DISSECTOR
\dˈa͡ɪsɛktə], \dˈaɪsɛktə], \d_ˈaɪ_s_ɛ_k_t_ə]\
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Prosector, Protomns, same etymon, (F.) Prosecteur. A practical anatomist. One who prepares the parts for the anatomical lecture.
By Robley Dunglison
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One who practices dissection
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An instrument used in dissection.
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
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