Definition of Amputation

1. Noun. A condition of disability resulting from the loss of one or more limbs.

Generic synonyms: Disability, Disablement, Handicap, Impairment
Derivative terms: Amputate

2. Noun. A surgical removal of all or part of a limb.

Definition of Amputation

1. n. The act of amputating; esp. the operation of cutting off a limb or projecting part of the body.

Definition of Amputation

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Amputation

1. Removal of an appending part (appendage) (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Amputation

ampulla of uterine tube
ampulla of vater
ampulla ossea
ampulla recti
ampulla tubae uterinae
ampullitis
ampullula
ampuls
amputate
amputate
amputated
amputates
amputating
amputating ulcer
amputation (current term)
amputation (current term)
amputations
amputation by transfixion
amputation knife
amputation neuroma
amputation stumps
amputator
amputators
amputee
amputee
amputees
ampyrone
ampyx
AMP deaminase
amreeta

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