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What is the suffix that means to surgically break?

The suffix that means "to surgically break" is -otomy.

Here are some examples of words using this suffix:

* Osteotomy: A surgical procedure to cut or break a bone.

* Craniotomy: A surgical procedure to cut into the skull.

* Tracheotomy: A surgical procedure to make an opening in the trachea (windpipe).

* Phlebectomy: A surgical procedure to remove a vein.

* Laryngotomy: A surgical procedure to cut into the larynx (voice box).

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