noun

prosthesis

pros-THEE-sihs

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.

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

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

How to use prosthesis

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

Word forms

prostheses plural

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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.").