Malposition
noun
Malposition refers to an abnormal position of a body part or organ.
The baby's malposition during delivery required a cesarean section.

Usage tips
Neutral
abnormal position, physical therapy, surgical correction
noun
In technical contexts, malposition indicates the incorrect arrangement of components or systems.
The malposition of the gears caused the machine to malfunction.

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Neutral
machine failure, assembly error, operational disruption
noun
Malposition refers to an abnormal position of a body part or organ.
The baby's malposition during delivery required a cesarean section.

Usage tips
Neutral
abnormal position, physical therapy, surgical correction
noun
In technical contexts, malposition indicates the incorrect arrangement of components or systems.
The malposition of the gears caused the machine to malfunction.

Usage tips
Neutral
machine failure, assembly error, operational disruption
Definition 1 of 2

Contextual Awareness
Understand that 'malposition' often relates to health and surgery.
In medical contexts, recognizing malposition is crucial for patient care.
Emerging Awareness
As a learner, relate this term to physical conditions.
Think of malposition as any situation where something is out of place.
Broader Implications
Use this term to describe any misalignment in various fields.
Malposition is applicable not just medically but in engineering and construction.
Contextual Awareness
Understand that 'malposition' often relates to health and surgery.
In medical contexts, recognizing malposition is crucial for patient care.
Emerging Awareness
As a learner, relate this term to physical conditions.
Think of malposition as any situation where something is out of place.
Broader Implications
Use this term to describe any misalignment in various fields.
Malposition is applicable not just medically but in engineering and construction.
Contextual Awareness
Understand that 'malposition' often relates to health and surgery.
In medical contexts, recognizing malposition is crucial for patient care.
Emerging Awareness
As a learner, relate this term to physical conditions.
Think of malposition as any situation where something is out of place.
Broader Implications
Use this term to describe any misalignment in various fields.
Malposition is applicable not just medically but in engineering and construction.
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