prosthetics

[ pros-thet-iks ]

noun

, (used with a singular or plural verb)

1. the branch of surgery or of dentistry that deals with the replacement of missing parts with artificial structures. Compare prosthodontics.
2. the fabrication and fitting of prosthetic devices, especially artificial limbs.

prosthetics

/ prɒsˈθɛtɪks /

noun

1. functioning as singular the branch of surgery concerned with prosthesis

Word History and Origins

Origin of prosthetics¹

First recorded in 1890–95; prosthesis, -ics

Example Sentences

A master of disguise, the Jackal first appears in elaborate — yet, to the viewer, obvious — prosthetics to make him look like a specific janitor in a building he’s planning to breach.

From Los Angeles Times

A group of 15 patients treated for head and neck cancer took part in research asking them to compare the comfort of prosthetics made using different methods.

From BBC

There is a huge need for prosthetics across all of Gaza among all age groups.

From BBC

Paul Jones, our prosthetics builder, made such a great doll.

From Los Angeles Times

Monger said that when he began training he struggled to run 5km without feeling pain from his prosthetics.

From BBC

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