What does the root word tomy mean?

The root word "tomy" does not exist on its own. It is a suffix, meaning "cutting" or "incision". It is commonly found in medical terms related to surgical procedures.

Here are some examples:

* Appendectomy: Removal of the appendix

* Gastrectomy: Removal of the stomach

* Lobectomy: Removal of a lobe of an organ, such as the lung or liver

* Tonsillectomy: Removal of the tonsils

The suffix "tomy" indicates a surgical procedure that involves cutting or making an incision.