Prosthetics

C1 8+

Pronunciation: /prɑˈsθɛtɪks/

Definitions of prosthetics

noun artificial body parts, such as limbs or organs, that are used to replace missing or damaged body parts

Example Sentences

A1 Prosthetics are artificial body parts that help people with disabilities.

A2 She was able to walk again with the help of prosthetics after her accident.

B1 The advancements in prosthetics technology have greatly improved the quality of life for amputees.

B2 The athlete was able to compete at the highest level thanks to his custom-made prosthetics.

C1 The prosthetics industry continues to innovate with new materials and designs for better functionality.

C2 The prosthetics used in modern medicine are a testament to human ingenuity and technological advancement.

Examples of prosthetics in a Sentence

formal The advancements in prosthetics have greatly improved the quality of life for amputees.

informal My cousin just got fitted for a new prosthetic leg and he says it's really comfortable.

slang I heard that new prosthetics are so high-tech, they're like something out of a sci-fi movie.

figurative Learning to use his prosthetic arm was like gaining a whole new set of skills.

Grammatical Forms of prosthetics

plural

prosthetics

comparative

more prosthetic

superlative

most prosthetic

present tense

prosthetic

future tense

will prosthetic

perfect tense

has prosthetic

continuous tense

is prosthetic

singular

prosthetic

positive degree

more prosthetic

infinitive

to prosthetic

gerund

prostheticking

participle

prostheticized

Origin and Evolution of prosthetics

First Known Use: 1598 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'prosthetics' originates from the Greek word 'prosthesis', meaning addition or attachment.
Evolution of the word: Initially used to refer to the addition of artificial body parts, the term 'prosthetics' has evolved to encompass the design, fabrication, and fitting of artificial limbs and other body parts to enhance function and quality of life for individuals with limb loss or limb impairment.