debride

[ dih-breed, dey- ]

verb (used with object)

, de·brid·ed, de·brid·ing.

1. to clean (a wound) by debridement.

Word History and Origins

Origin of debride¹

By back formation

Example Sentences

To treat this, a doctor needs to use a scalpel to debride, or cut away, dead tissue.

From Slate

The first surgery that Mr. Leno underwent was to excise and debride damaged tissue and place temporary skin grafts to the burned areas, Dr. Grossman said.

From New York Times

Pineapple contains a mix of enzymes called bromelain, which, according to the N.I.H., may debride scar tissue and decrease inflammation.

From New York Times

They are being sent to the Oregon Zoo where they will undergo surgery to debride their lesions, and be treated with an antifungal medication.

From Seattle Times

“Once they’re stable, we can debride and clean the wounds,” Gebhart said.

From Washington Post