Showing results for artificial limb. Search instead for artificial+limb.

artificial limb

NOUN

prosthetic device

Synonyms

WEAK

artificial arm artificial leg fake limb pegleg prosthesis wooden leg

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Germany's largest artificial limb maker, Ottobock, is already in talks with the health ministry to help produce and fit prostheses in mobile container workshops and train orthopaedic specialists directly in Ukraine, a company spokesperson said.

From Reuters • Jun. 10, 2022

Once the artificial neuron becomes more efficient, he thinks this technology could potentially be used to establish a link between a person’s signaling nerves and an artificial limb, allowing for seamless prosthetic control.

From Scientific American • Mar. 1, 2022

The institute’s chief executive, Tony Scaduto, had offered to replace the artificial limb Bibi had outgrown.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 27, 2016

The institute’s chief executive, Tony Scaduto. had offered to replace the artificial limb Bibi had outgrown.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 26, 2016

He walked slowly with a constrained dignity, hoping to conceal the presence of his artificial limb.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy