noun
a specialist in correcting deformities of the skeletal system (especially in children)
• Syn: ↑orthopedist
• Derivationally related forms: ↑orthopaedics, ↑orthopedics (for: ↑orthopedist)
• Hypernyms: ↑specialist, ↑medical specialist
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nounsee orthopedist
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orthopaeˈdist or orthopēˈdist noun
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Main Entry: ↑ortho-
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orthopaedist UK [ˌɔː(r)θəˈpiːdɪst] US [ˌɔrθəˈpidɪst] noun [countable] [singular orthopaedist plural orthopaedists] medical
a doctor whose job is to treat orthopaedic injuries or diseases
Thesaurus: doctors and other medical and health specialistshyponym
Useful english dictionary. 2012.