dehiscence
noun
de·his·cence di-ˈhi-sᵊn(t)s 
: an act or instance of dehiscing
pollen freed by dehiscence of the anther
dehiscent
di-ˈhi-sᵊnt
adjective 
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Superior canal dehiscence and Patulous Eustachian Tube can be treated with surgery. 
Julie Stewart, Men's Health, 26 July 2022 In addition, loud noises can make someone with superior canal dehiscence feel dizzy. Julie Stewart, Men's Health, 26 July 2022
Julie Stewart, Men's Health, 26 July 2022 In addition, loud noises can make someone with superior canal dehiscence feel dizzy. Julie Stewart, Men's Health, 26 July 2022 Word History
Etymology
New Latin dehiscentia, from Latin dehiscent-, dehiscens, present participle of dehiscere
First Known Use
1819, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
dehiscence
noun
de·his·cence di-ˈhis-ᵊn(t)s
: the parting of the sutured lips of a surgical wound
wound dehiscence resulting from infection