biomaterial

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A nonviable, biocompatible material used in a medical device, intended to interact with biological systems or to evaluate, treat, augment, or replace any tissue, organ, or function of the body.

Word forms

biomaterial biomaterials

Etymology

From bio- + material.

Derived words

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