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Displaced Fracture

Definition: A displaced fracture refers to a type of bone fracture in which the broken ends of the bone have become misaligned and are no longer in their normal position.

Sense 1: Medical

Part of speech: Noun

Usage: In the medical field, a displaced fracture is a common term used to describe a bone break in which the ends of the bone have separated or shifted.

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Sense 2: General

Part of speech: Noun

Usage: In a general context, a displaced fracture can also refer to any bone fracture resulting from a forceful impact, causing the bone ends to move out of alignment.

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Sample Sentences:

1. After the accident, the X-ray showed a displaced fracture in her left arm.
2. Due to the severity of the displaced fracture, surgery was required to reposition the broken bone.
3. The doctor applied a cast to immobilize the limb and aid in the healing of the displaced fracture.