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Etymology of the English word prosthesis

the English word prosthesis
derived from the Late Latin word prosthesis
derived from the Greek word prosthesis, πρόσθεσις, πρόσϑεσις
derived from the Greek word prostithemi, προστίθημι (to place additionally; lay beside, annex, repeat)

Date

The earliest known usage of prosthesis in English dates from the 16th century.

Derivations in English

prosthodontics

Cognates

Dutch prothese, French prothèse, German Prothese, Norwegian protese, Swedish protes

Usage

Word found in Modern English



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