General Suffixes
* -ation: This is a common suffix used to form nouns from verbs, often indicating an action or process. For example, "operation" itself comes from the verb "operate." Other examples include "education," "celebration," and "navigation."
* -ion: This suffix is also used to form nouns from verbs and is often interchangeable with "-ation." Examples include "action," "decision," and "completion."
* -ment: This suffix can also be used to form nouns from verbs, often with the meaning of "the act or process of" or "the result of." Examples include "movement," "treatment," and "adjustment."
Specific Suffixes
* -ectomy: This suffix indicates surgical removal of something. For example, "appendectomy" means the surgical removal of the appendix.
* -otomy: This suffix indicates surgical incision or cutting into something. For example, "tracheotomy" means a surgical incision into the trachea.
* -ostomy: This suffix indicates the creation of an artificial opening in a body part. For example, "colostomy" means creating an opening in the colon.
* -oplasty: This suffix indicates surgical reconstruction or repair of something. For example, "rhinoplasty" means a surgical procedure to reshape the nose.
In addition to these suffixes, there are many other specialized terms used in different fields to describe specific operations. Therefore, the best way to determine the appropriate suffix is to consider the context and the specific operation being referred to.