noun

prosthesis

pros-THEE-sihs

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Prosthesis (noun) means an artificial device that replaces a missing body part. Example: “After the accident, he learned to walk again with a prosthesis.”

noun

An artificial device that replaces a missing body part.

"Gong believes the fiber-reinforced hydrogel could be used to create biomaterials, such as artificial organs and prostheses, able to endure everyday wear-and-tear." — Jenny Marc, Revolutionary gel is five times stronger than steel (2017)

"After the accident, he learned to walk again with a prosthesis."

"Modern prostheses can be controlled by the wearer's own nerve signals."

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Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn artificial limb or body part designed to replace one that's missing.

Common pairings

fit a prosthesis wear a prosthesis a leg prosthesis

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: prostheses

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Etymology

From Ancient Greek prósthesis, "addition," from prostíthēmi, "to add" — built from prós ("toward") plus títhēmi ("to place.")

Origin: Ancient Greek

Synonyms

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prosthetic device

Rhymes for prosthesis

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Frequently asked questions

What does “prosthesis” mean?

The word “prosthesis” means an artificial device that replaces a missing body part. In plain terms, an artificial limb or body part designed to replace one that's missing.

How do you pronounce “prosthesis”?

“Prosthesis” is pronounced pros-THEE-sihs (/pɹɒsˈθiːsɪs/ in IPA).

How do you use “prosthesis” in a sentence?

Here is “prosthesis” used in a sentence: “After the accident, he learned to walk again with a prosthesis.”

What part of speech is “prosthesis”?

“Prosthesis” is a noun.

Where does the word “prosthesis” come from?

The word “prosthesis” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek prósthesis, "addition," from prostíthēmi, "to add" — built from prós ("toward") plus títhēmi ("to place.").