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amputated

[ˈæmpjʊteɪtɪd]

amputated Definition

to cut off a body part, especially by surgery.

Using amputated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "amputated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The soldier had to have his leg amputated after the explosion.

  • Example

    The doctor amputated the infected finger to prevent the spread of the disease.

  • Example

    The veterinarian had to amputate the dog's tail due to severe injury.

amputated Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for amputated

Phrases with amputated

  • self-amputate

    to intentionally cut off a body part oneself

    Example

    The hiker had to self-amputate his arm to free himself from the boulder.

  • a person who has had a limb amputated

    Example

    The organization provides support and resources for amputees.

  • a surgical procedure to remove a body part

    Example

    The patient underwent amputation surgery to remove the cancerous tumor.

Origins of amputated

from Latin 'amputatus', past participle of 'amputare', meaning 'to cut off'

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Summary: amputated in Brief

'Amputated' [ˈæmpjʊteɪtɪd] is a verb that means to cut off a body part, usually through surgery. Examples include 'The soldier had to have his leg amputated after the explosion.' and 'The veterinarian had to amputate the dog's tail due to severe injury.' Phrases like 'self-amputate' and 'amputation surgery' further describe the act of amputating.