Paraplegic
Pronunciation: /ˌpɛrəˈplɛɡɪk/
Paraplegic (adjective)
- Describes a person who cannot move their legs due to injury or illness affecting the lower body.
Examples
- The paraplegic athlete demonstrated incredible strength and determination.
- A paraplegic person cannot move their legs.
Common collocations: paraplegic condition, paraplegic support, paraplegic individual, paraplegic community
Paraplegic (noun)
- A person who has lost the ability to move their legs because of an injury or illness.
Examples
- A paraplegic can lead a fulfilling life with the right support.
- A paraplegic cannot move their legs due to paralysis.