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amputation

amp-yuu-TAY-shuhn

Amputation (noun) means the surgical removal of a limb or other body part. Example: “The soldier underwent an emergency amputation after the blast.”

noun
1
The surgical removal of a limb or other body part.
"The soldier underwent an emergency amputation after the blast."
2
The loss of a limb or body part through injury or trauma.
"The accident resulted in the amputation of two fingers."

How to use amputation

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe act, whether surgical or accidental, of losing a limb or body part.

Common pairings
undergo amputation leg amputation

Word forms

amputations plural

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Etymology

From Latin amputatio, "pruning" — from the same root as "amputate".

Origin: Latin

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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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