Dissection (noun)

The action of cutting something into pieces in order to examine its structure.

Origin:

Late middle english (also in the sense 'analysis'): via old french from latin dissectio(n-), from dissecare 'cut apart' (see dissect).

Examples:

1. The dissection of the frog was an important part of the biology lesson.
2. The dissection of the criminal's motives revealed his true intentions.
3. The dissection of the engine showed that it needed a major overhaul.
4. The dissection of the flower showed all of its delicate parts.
5. The dissection of the poem showed the hidden meanings and symbolism.