Orthopedist

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Pronunciation: /ɔrˈθɑpədɪst/

Definitions of orthopedist

noun a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders and injuries

Example Sentences

A1 The orthopedist helped me with my broken arm.

A2 I have an appointment with the orthopedist next week.

B1 The orthopedist recommended physical therapy for my knee injury.

B2 After seeing the orthopedist, I was given exercises to strengthen my back.

C1 The orthopedist specializes in sports injuries and has treated many professional athletes.

C2 I consulted with the orthopedist about my chronic joint pain and he recommended surgery as a last resort.

Examples of orthopedist in a Sentence

formal The orthopedist recommended surgery to repair the torn ligament in my knee.

informal I have an appointment with the orthopedist next week to check on my sprained ankle.

slang I heard the orthopedist is the best in town for fixing sports injuries.

figurative The orthopedist is like a magician, always fixing people's broken bones and joints.

Grammatical Forms of orthopedist

plural

orthopedists

comparative

more orthopedist

superlative

most orthopedist

present tense

orthopedist

future tense

will orthopedist

perfect tense

have orthopedist

continuous tense

is orthopedisting

singular

orthopedist

positive degree

orthopedist

infinitive

to orthopedist

gerund

orthopedisting

participle

orthopedisted

Origin and Evolution of orthopedist

First Known Use: 1741 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'orthopedist' originated from the Greek words 'orthos' meaning straight and 'paidion' meaning child, as orthopedists initially focused on correcting deformities in children.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'orthopedist' expanded to include specialists who treat musculoskeletal conditions in patients of all ages, not just children.