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prosthetic

/ˌpɹɑsˈθɛtɪk/

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noun

Prótesis

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

Examples :

"My grandfather uses a prosthetic leg to walk easily now. "

Mi abuelo usa una prótesis de pierna para caminar fácilmente ahora.

medicine body device anatomy technical aid

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noun

Prótesis

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

Examples :

"The actor's costume included a large prosthetic nose to make him look like an old wizard. "

El disfraz del actor incluía una gran prótesis nasal para que pareciera un viejo mago.

appearance entertainment art body

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adjective

Prostético, artificial

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

Examples :

"The athlete trained hard with her prosthetic leg to prepare for the race. "

La atleta entrenó duro con su pierna prostética para prepararse para la carrera.

medicine body anatomy device technology