bionic

adjective bi·on·ic \bī-ˈä-nik\

of body parts : made stronger or more capable by special electronic devices

Full Definition of BIONIC

: of or relating to bionics

: having normal biological capability or performance enhanced by or as if by electronic or electromechanical devices

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First Known Use of BIONIC

1963

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bionic

adjective bi·on·ic \bī-ˈän-ik\

Medical Definition of BIONIC

: of or relating to bionics

a : having normal biological capability or performance enhanced by or as if by electronic or electromechanical devices b : comprising or made up of artificial body parts that enhance or substitute for a natural biological capability <a bionic heart>