The fracture
Example: Fracture breaks a bone due to injury or physical stress
Definition
"The fracture" refers to a break or crack in a bone caused by injury, physical stress, or trauma. It typically results in pain, swelling, and impaired movement, requiring medical treatment to heal properly and restore normal function.
Etymology
The word "fracture" comes from the Latin 'fractura,' meaning 'a breaking.' It derives from the verb 'frangere,' which means 'to break.' Did you know? The term has been used in English since the late Middle Ages to describe broken bones and other splits.
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"The fracture" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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