n.
(pl. surgeries)
- the branch of medicine concerned with treatment of bodily injuries or disorders by incision or manipulation, especially with instruments.
- Brit. a place where a medical practitioner treats or advises patients.
- Brit. an occasion on which an MP, lawyer, or other professional person gives advice.
Etymology
ME: from OFr. surgerie, contr. of serurgerie, from serurgien (see surgeon).