Paraplegic (noun)

A person who is paralyzed from the waist down.

Origin:

Derived from the greek words "para" meaning "beside" and "plegia" meaning "paralysis", the word "paraplegic" has been used since the 19th century.

Examples:

1. He became a paraplegic after a car accident.
2. Paraplegics often use wheelchairs for mobility.
3. Paraplegia is a condition that affects the lower half of the body.
4. Paraplegics may have difficulty with bowel and bladder control.
5. Paraplegics may also have problems with sensation, sexual function, and skin health.