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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

amputating

/æmˈpjuːtɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does amputating mean?

verb

To remove or cut off a limb or part of the body, typically as a medical treatment. To remove or cut off something, such as a part of a machine or a branch of a company.

Example

"The surgeon was forced to amputate the patient's leg to save their life."

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