amputation
Surgical removal of all or part of a limb, etc.
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Definition of Amputation
Surgical removal of all or part of a limb, etc.
How to use Amputation
Amputation is a noun. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.
Synonyms for Amputation
Antonyms for Amputation
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FAQ
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How many syllables does amputation have?
Amputation has 4 syllables: amp·uta·tio·n. The word is broken into 4 spoken beats.
What part of speech is amputation?
Amputation is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.
What are synonyms for amputation?
This entry does not currently list synonyms for amputation. Try the Word Explorer or the Prefix Finder to explore related word patterns.
How do you use amputation in a sentence?
Amputation can be used in sentences where a noun describing surgical removal of all or part of a limb, etc. is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.
What words start with the same letter as amputation?
Amputation starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.
How many letters does amputation have?
Amputation has 10 letters. It contains 4 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.