Orthopaedic Meaning in English

word

US

ˌɔrθəˈpidɪk

or-thuh-PEE-dik

UK

ˌɔːθəpˈiːdɪk

aw-thuh-PEE-dik

Definition

Relating to the branch of medicine that deals with bones, joints, muscles, and their problems.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used in medical or healthcare contexts. British spelling: 'orthopaedic', US spelling: 'orthopedic'. Common pairings: 'orthopaedic surgeon', 'orthopaedic clinic', 'orthopaedic shoes'. Usually formal or technical.

• Spanish: ortopédico
• Portuguese (BR): ortopédico
• Portuguese (PT): ortopédico
• Chinese (Simplified): 骨科的
• Chinese (Traditional): 骨科的
• Hindi: अस्थि संबंधी
• Arabic: عظمي
• Bengali: অর্থোপেডিক - হাড়ের চিকিৎসা সংক্রান্ত
• Russian: ортопедический
• Japanese: 整形外科の
• Vietnamese: chỉnh hình
• Korean: 정형외과의
• Turkish: ortopedi - ortopedik
• Urdu: آرتھوپیڈک
• Indonesian: ortopedi

Example Sentences

She visited the orthopaedic doctor after breaking her leg.

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The hospital has a special orthopaedic ward.

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He needs orthopaedic shoes to help him walk.

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After the accident, she had to see an orthopaedic specialist for her shoulder.

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The kids thought his orthopaedic cast looked cool.

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My dad’s had several orthopaedic surgeries over the years for his knees.

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