Definitions for prosthetics
prosthetics
pros·thet·ics
Spelling: [pros-thet-iks]
IPA: /prɒsˈθɛt ɪks/
Prosthetics is a 11 letter English word.
It's valid Words with friends word worth 19 points.
You can make 1137 anagrams from letters in prosthetics (cehioprsstt).
Definitions for prosthetics
noun
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the branch of surgery or of dentistry that deals with the replacement of missing parts with artificial structures.
Compare prosthodontics.
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the fabrication and fitting of prosthetic devices, especially artificial limbs.
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an artificial body part; a prosthesis:
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an appearance-altering substance or item applied temporarily to a person’s face or body, especially to create a theatrical special effect:
adjective
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of or relating to an artificial body part or prosthesis:
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of or relating to the fields of surgical or dental prosthetics:
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of or relating to a substance, item, or process used to transform a person’s appearance temporarily, especially as a theatrical special effect:
Origin of prosthetics
First recorded in 1890-95; See origin at prosthesis, -ics