artificial joint

/ˈɑrdəˌfɪʃəl dʒɔɪnt/
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Other forms: artificial joints

Definitions of artificial joint
  1. noun
    a metal or plastic part that is surgically implanted to replace a natural joint (possibly elbow or wrist but usually hip or knee)
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    type of:
    implant
    a prosthesis placed permanently in tissue
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