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Meaning of prosthetic

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

prosthetic

Pronunciation:/ˌpɹɑsˈθɛtɪk/

noun

Definitions

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

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

adjective

Definitions

  1. Artificial, acting as a substitute for part of the body; relating to prosthesis