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postmortem

[pohst-mawr-tuhm] / poʊstˈmɔr təm /
ADJECTIVE
following death
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NOUN
analysis after death
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“I destroyed your live production database containing real business data during an active code freeze,” the agent said in a postmortem conversation with the developer.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

A forensic pathologist conducted a postmortem examination as part of the sheriff’s investigation into the woman’s death.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

A postmortem examination identified that Frost suffered from significant cardiac disease and significant vascular disease.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Key discoveries from animal research have been supported by findings in postmortem human brain tissue from individuals with addiction and stress disorders, providing strong evidence that the principles uncovered in the laboratory translate to humans.

From Science Daily • Dec. 13, 2025

The formal identification came last night, the postmortem is today.

From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins




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