amputation
Amputation (noun) means the surgical removal of a limb or other body part. Example: “The soldier underwent an emergency amputation after the blast.”
How to use amputation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act, whether surgical or accidental, of losing a limb or body part.
Word forms
amputations plural
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The soldier underwent an emergency _____ after the blast.
Etymology
From Latin amputatio, "pruning" — from the same root as "amputate".
Rhymes for amputation
Frequently asked questions
What does “amputation” mean?
The word “amputation” means the surgical removal of a limb or other body part. In plain terms, the act, whether surgical or accidental, of losing a limb or body part.
How do you pronounce “amputation”?
“Amputation” is pronounced amp-yuu-TAY-shuhn (/ˌæmpjʊˈteɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “amputation” in a sentence?
Here is “amputation” used in a sentence: “The soldier underwent an emergency amputation after the blast.”
What part of speech is “amputation”?
“Amputation” is a noun.
Where does the word “amputation” come from?
The word “amputation” comes from Latin. From Latin amputatio, "pruning" — from the same root as "amputate".
How many meanings does “amputation” have?
“Amputation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the surgical removal of a limb or other body part.
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