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luxate

Pronunciation: /ˈlʌkseɪt/
Definition of luxate

verb

[with object] Medicine
  • dislocate: (as adjective luxated)the joint may become fixed into the luxated position

Derivatives

luxation

noun
luxations should be treated as soon as possible

Origin:

early 17th century: from Latin luxat- 'dislocated', from the verb luxare, from luxus 'out of joint'

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