Definition & Meaning of "implant"in English

to implant

VERB

to insert a living tissue or an artificial object into the body via medical procedure

Transitive: to implant a living tissue or artificial object

Examples

The surgeon successfully implanted a pacemaker to regulate the patient's heartbeat.

Dental implants are commonly used to replace missing teeth by surgically implanting artificial tooth roots into the jawbone.

to firmly establish or instill an idea, belief, or feeling in someone's mind

Transitive: to implant an idea or belief in sb/sth

Examples

The teacher worked hard to implant the value of hard work in her students' minds.

The media can implant certain ideals in the public consciousness through repeated messages.

(of a fertilized egg) to attach itself to the wall of the uterus after conception

Intransitive

Examples

After fertilization, the embryo will implant in the uterus to begin developing.

The body naturally releases hormones to help the fertilized egg implant into the uterine wall.

Implant

NOUN

a device or material inserted into the body, often for medical or technological purposes, such as a computer chip

What is an "implant"?

An implant is a device or material that is placed inside the body to improve bodily function, deliver medication, or for other purposes. These implants can be made of various materials like metal or ceramic, and they are used in a wide range of medical procedures. Examples include joint replacements, dental implants, implants to prevent pregnancy, cardiac implants, and hearing implants. The goal of implants is to improve or restore function in the body, support healing, or provide long-term medical treatment. They are carefully designed to work well with the surrounding tissues without causing harm or discomfort.

Examples

The implant allowed the patient to regain their hearing.

Scientists are testing computer chip implants in humans.

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