Listerism

[ lis-tuh-riz-uhm ]

noun

1. an antiseptic method introduced by Joseph Lister, involving the spraying of the parts under operation with a carbolic acid solution.

Listerism

/ ˈlɪstəˌrɪzəm /

noun

1. surgery the use of or theory of using antiseptic techniques

Word History and Origins

Origin of Listerism¹

First recorded in 1875–80; Lister + -ism

Example Sentences

In surgical cases, even where the precautions of Listerism have been faultlessly observed, febrile movements of considerable intensity, but of no prognostic signification, are of frequent occurrence.

From Project Gutenberg

Listerism, lis′tėr-izm, n. an antiseptic method of operating introduced by the English surgeon, Lord Lister, born 1827.—v.t.

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Lis′terise, to treat by Listerism.

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Few now know the meaning of "to listerize" and of "listerism," words brought into the language as a tribute to him.

From Time Magazine Archive

One more point must be considered before pronouncing Listerism to be superseded.

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