Seton

Definition of Seton

A thread or piece of material inserted beneath the skin to provide drainage or to keep a wound open.

How should Seton divide into syllables

The first syllable 'set' has a short e vowel sound and the second syllable 'on' has a short o vowel sound. The word has two consonants, s and t.

Part of Speech - Seton

The doctor inserted a seton under the skin to drain the infection.

Sentences with Seton

• The vet placed a seton in the horse's wound to help it drain.
• After surgery, the doctor used a seton to keep the incision open.
• The nurse changed the seton every day to prevent infection.

Quotes with Seton

• The seton was a constant reminder of the wound that refused to heal.
• The seton was uncomfortable, but it was necessary for the healing process.
• The seton was a small price to pay for the relief it provided.

Number of characters in Seton

5 ( s, e, t, o, n )

Unique letters in Seton

5 ( s, e, t, o, n )

Seton Backwards

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Phonetic Transcription of Seton

IPA (International): ˈsi:tʌn

ARA (American): ˈsitʌn

EPA (English): ˈsi:tʌn

SIY-TAH-N