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luxation

 

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Noun luxation has 1 sense
  1. luxation - displacement or misalignment of a joint or organ
    --1 is a kind of
    shift, displacement
    --1 has particulars: subluxation
    Derived form: verb luxate1

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Luxation

Definition: Luxation refers to the complete displacement or dislocation of a bone from its joint.

Sense 1 (Noun): In medicine, an abnormal displacement of a bone from its normal position within a joint.

Example sentence: The athlete suffered a luxation in his shoulder after a severe collision on the field.

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Sense 2 (Noun): In dentistry, the dislocation or displacement of a tooth from its socket.

Example sentence: The impact of the accident resulted in the luxation of several front teeth, requiring immediate dental intervention.

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Sense 3 (Verb): To cause or undergo the dislocation of a bone or tooth.

Example sentence: Careless handling of heavy objects can easily luxate the bones in your hand.

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