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bionic

[ bahy-on-ik ]
/ baɪˈɒn ɪk /
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adjective

utilizing electronic devices and mechanical parts to assist humans in performing difficult, dangerous, or intricate tasks, as by supplementing or duplicating parts of the body: The scientist used a bionic arm to examine the radioactive material.
Informal. having superhuman strength or capacity.
of or relating to bionics.

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Origin of bionic

1955–60; bio- + (electro)nic; cf. bionics

OTHER WORDS FROM bionic

bi·on·i·cal·ly, adverb
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British Dictionary definitions for bionic

bionic
/ (baɪˈɒnɪk) /

adjective

of or relating to bionics
(in science fiction) having certain physiological functions augmented or replaced by electronic equipmentthe bionic man
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Medical definitions for bionic

bionic
[ bī-ŏnĭk ]

adj.

Of, relating to, or developed from bionics.
Having anatomical structures or physiological processes that are replaced or enhanced by electronic or mechanical components.
Having extraordinary strength, powers, or capabilities; superhuman.
The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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