neuroprosthesis

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A prosthesis (such as a cochlear implant) used to improve the function of an impaired nervous system.
  2. Any prosthesis that directly interfaces with the nervous system.

Word forms

neuroprosthesis neuroprostheses

Etymology

From neuro- + prosthesis. By surface analysis, neuro- + prosth- + -esis.

Related words

electroneuroprosthesis neuroprosthetics
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