Implant (Noun)
Meaning
A prosthesis placed permanently in tissue.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The dentist specialized in placing dental implant posts made of titanium in the jawbone of patients.
- A pacemaker implant helps regulate the heartbeat in people with certain heart conditions.
- After the accident, the surgeon implanted a prosthetic joint in the patient's damaged knee.
- The orthodontist implanted a tiny screw in the bone to serve as an anchor for the teeth alignment appliance.
- A cochlear implant was implanted in the patient's ear to restore partial hearing ability.