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Artificial Heart

Definition:

An artificial heart refers to a medical device that replaces the function of a failing or non-functioning natural heart. It is designed to pump blood throughout the body, providing oxygen and nutrients to organs and tissues.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

An artificial heart as a medical implant.

Example sentences:

1. John was suffering from a severe heart condition and had to undergo surgery to get an artificial heart.
2. The patient received an artificial heart transplant, and his health improved significantly.
3. The development of an advanced, reliable artificial heart has revolutionized cardiac medicine.

Sense 2 (Noun):

An artificial heart as a concept or ongoing research field.

Example sentences:

1. Scientists are continuously striving to improve the design and functionality of artificial hearts.
2. Research in the field of artificial hearts has made significant progress in recent years.
3. The future of cardiac medicine may rely heavily on the advancements in artificial heart technology.

Sense 3 (Adjective):

Describing something as not genuine or artificial.

Example sentences:

1. She had an artificial smile on her face, hiding her true emotions.
2. The artificial plants in her house looked surprisingly realistic.
3. The play showcased artificial intelligence and its impact on society.

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