implant
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for implant, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To fix something firmly and deeply in place, often figuratively.
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How to use implant
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Etymology
From Latin implantare, built from im- ("in") + plant.
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What does “implant” mean?
The word “implant” means to fix something firmly and deeply in place, often figuratively. In plain terms, to insert or fix something firmly in place, especially inside the body, or the object inserted.
How do you pronounce “implant”?
“Implant” is pronounced ihm-PLAHNT (/ɪmˈplɑːnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “implant” in a sentence?
Here is “implant” used in a sentence: “The teacher tried to implant a love of reading in her students.”
What part of speech is “implant”?
Depending on how it is used, “implant” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “implant” come from?
The word “implant” comes from Latin. From Latin implantare, built from im- ("in") + plant.
Is “implant” a common word?
“Implant” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “implant” have?
“Implant” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to fix something firmly and deeply in place, often figuratively.