Meaning of the word implanted in English

What does implanted mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

implanted

US /ɪmˈplæntɪd/
UK /ɪmˈplɑːntɪd/

Verb

1.

to insert or fix (tissue, an artificial device, or a foreign substance) in a person's body, especially by surgery

Example:
The doctor implanted a pacemaker in his chest.
They are developing new ways to implant microchips.
2.

to establish (an idea or attitude) in a person's mind

Example:
The teacher tried to implant a love of reading in her students.
The idea was deeply implanted in his mind.

Adjective

(of an object or tissue) inserted or fixed in a person's body, especially by surgery

Example:
He has an implanted device to monitor his heart rate.
The patient received an implanted lens after cataract surgery.