Prosthetic

noun

/ˌpɹɑsˈθɛtɪk/

Word Frequency: 1.5

Definitions

1.nounAn artificial replacement for part of the body; a prosthesis, prosthetic device.

2.nounAn addition to an actor etc.'s body as part of a costume, intended to transform the person's appearance.

3.adjectiveArtificial, acting as a substitute for part of the body; relating to prosthesis

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