Meaning of the word prone in English
What does prone mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
prone
US /proʊn/
UK /prəʊn/
Adjective
1.
likely to suffer from, do, or experience something unpleasant or regrettable
Example:
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He is prone to accidents.
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The area is prone to flooding.
2.
lying flat, especially face downward
Example:
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He was lying prone on the ground.
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The patient was placed in a prone position for the examination.