Implant

usgb/ɪmˈplænt/
noun

Something put inside the body, often by surgery.

She had a pacemaker implant to help manage her heart condition.
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Often appears as...

  • dental implant
  • cochlear implant

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Physical Object

Refers to a physical object placed inside the body, not a process or action.

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His hip implant made walking easier.
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Surgical Procedure

Usually involves a surgical procedure, implying hospital visits and recovery time.

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After her surgery, the implant took a few weeks to heal.
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Medical Context

Primarily used in a medical context, associated with treatment or enhancement.

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The spinal cord implant helped alleviate his chronic pain.
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