Definition of Paraplegic
someone who is unable to move their legs and lower body
Examples of Paraplegic in a sentence
Due to the man’s broken back, the surgeon was certain the man would be a paraplegic for life since he couldn’t move his legs. 🔊
The wheelchair-bound paraplegic was easily able to travel everywhere even though he could not walk with his legs but could move the wheels with his hands. 🔊
When the paramedic saw the young victim lying underneath the overturned car, he realized the victim might be a paraplegic because of his crushed legs but could move his arms. 🔊
Prosthetic legs fixed to the nubs below his knees would allow the paraplegic to become mobile for short distances. 🔊
Once the paraplegic man accepted his condition, he decided to do everything he could to strengthen his arms and upper back. 🔊
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