Scalpel: Derived from Latin "scalpellum," meaning a small knife.
Forceps: From Latin "forca," meaning tongs or pincers.
Retractor: From Latin "retractare," meaning to draw back.
Curette: From French "curer," meaning to cleanse or scrape.
Trocar: From French "trois-quarts," meaning three sides (referring to its triangular shape).
Elevator: A tool designed to lift tissues or bones during surgery.