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(or-tho-pae-dic) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. related to the branch of medicine that deals with bones and muscles.

Example Sentence

She ordered an orthopaedic mattress to help her back pain.

More Example Sentences

The orthopaedic surgeon helped fix her arm.

Synonyms

orthopedic; bone-related; skeletal

Antonyms

entomology

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