Quadruple Amputation
/kwɒˈdrʌpəl æmˈpjuːteɪʃən/noun
The surgical removal of four limbs or parts of the body.
Did you know?The term 'amputation' derives from Latin, meaning 'to cut off', but historically, it has often been associated with gruesome battle injuries and life-or-death decisions.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
amputatio
“The act of cutting off, especially in a surgical context.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
amputare
“To cut off or sever.”
Old French
Old French
amputacion
“Surgical removal of a limb.”
Middle English
Middle English
amputacioun
“The act of amputation or cutting off.”
Modern English
English
amputation
“The surgical removal of a limb or body part.”
20th Century
English
quadruple
“Referring to fourfold, often used in medical contexts to denote multiple removals.”