Orthopaedics
noun
A medical specialty that deals with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.
After his injury, he was referred to an expert in orthopaedics.
Usage tips
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orthopaedic surgery,orthopaedic assessment,orthopaedic consultant
noun
A medical specialty that deals with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.
After his injury, he was referred to an expert in orthopaedics.
Usage tips
Neutral
orthopaedic surgery,orthopaedic assessment,orthopaedic consultant
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Formal Usage
Usually used in technical conversations related to health care
Many discussions surrounding orthopaedics occur in professional contexts.
Pro Tip 2/3Verbal Precision
Use the full term 'orthopaedics' when discussing the field
Unless in casual conversations, avoid shortcuts.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Relevance
In some countries, orthopaedics is associated with traditional practices
Awareness of local practices adds depth to understanding.
Pro Tip 1/3Formal Usage
Usually used in technical conversations related to health care
Many discussions surrounding orthopaedics occur in professional contexts.
Pro Tip 2/3Verbal Precision
Use the full term 'orthopaedics' when discussing the field
Unless in casual conversations, avoid shortcuts.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Relevance
In some countries, orthopaedics is associated with traditional practices
Awareness of local practices adds depth to understanding.
Pro Tip 1/3Formal Usage
Usually used in technical conversations related to health care
Many discussions surrounding orthopaedics occur in professional contexts.
Pro Tip 2/3Verbal Precision
Use the full term 'orthopaedics' when discussing the field
Unless in casual conversations, avoid shortcuts.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Relevance
In some countries, orthopaedics is associated with traditional practices
Awareness of local practices adds depth to understanding.
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