prosthetic
adjective
pros·thet·ic
präs-ˈthe-tik
1
: of, relating to, or being a prosthesis
a prosthetic limb
prosthetic devices
These researchers will develop ways to connect prostheses more soundly to the bone, coordinate brain signals with prosthetic movement, and create properly rotating artificial joints.—Sheela Raman
Similar prevention is recommended if you have leaky, prolapsed, or prosthetic heart valves.—Consumer Reports
2
: of, relating to, or constituting a nonprotein group of a conjugated protein
covalently bound prosthetic groups
a heme prosthetic group
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“Prosthetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prosthetic. Accessed 22 Oct. 2026.
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