prosthesis
Meanings
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noun
An artificial replacement for a missing body part, such as an arm or leg.
- "John wears a prosthesis for his missing leg."
- "The prosthesis allows amputees to live more normal lives."
Synonyms
prothesis
Rhymes
Words rhyming with prosthesisapothesis , hypothesis , thesis
Variants
List of all variants of prosthesis that leads to same resultprostheses , prosthesis
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Greek word 'prosthesis', meaning 'addition' or 'attachment'.
Trivia
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The first recorded use of a prosthetic device dates back to ancient Egypt, around 3000 BC.
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The first successful above-knee amputation and prosthetic fitting was performed by a surgeon named Ambroise Paré in 1550.
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The first artificial limb was made of wood and was used by the ancient Greeks around 600 BC.
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The first modern prosthetic leg was created in the 18th century by a French surgeon named Jean-François Allasse.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
orthosis: An orthosis is a device used to support, align, or immobilize a body part. It is often used in conjunction with a prosthesis to provide additional support or stability.
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prosthetics: Prosthetics is the branch of science and technology involved in the design, development, manufacture, and application of artificial limbs and other devices that replace missing body parts.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Prostheses have been used for thousands of years, with the earliest recorded use dating back to ancient Egypt. They have been depicted in literature, art, and film, and have become a symbol of resilience and determination.
How to Memorize "prosthesis"
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visualize
- Imagine a person missing a limb and then visualize them wearing a prosthesis to replace it.
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associate
- Associate the word 'prosthesis' with the word 'addition' or 'attachment'.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'People Often Sit And Try To Eat Sandwiches' to remember the word: P - Prosthesis, O - Often, S - Sit, A - And, T - Try, E - To, T - Eat, S - Sandwiches
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