prosthesis
/prɑːsˈθiːsɪs/
noun
- An artificial body part, such as a limb, tooth, or joint, that replaces a missing or damaged one.
- The dentist fitted her with a dental prosthesis to replace the missing tooth.
- After losing his leg in an accident, he received a modern prosthesis that allowed him to walk again.
- Advances in technology have made prostheses lighter and more comfortable to wear.