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Ortho

Definition:

Ortho is a term used in various contexts, referring to orthodontics, orthopedics, or having a straight or correct form or structure.

Examples:

As a noun (Orthodontics):

In orthodontics, ortho refers to the branch of dentistry that deals with the prevention and correction of irregularities of the teeth and jaws.

Example sentence: I started wearing braces to fix my crooked teeth, as recommended by my ortho.

As a noun (Orthopedics):

In orthopedics, ortho refers to the branch of medicine that focuses on the correction of injuries, disorders, or deformities of the skeletal system and associated muscles, joints, and ligaments.

Example sentence: The ortho provided me with exercises and medication to help speed up the recovery of my broken leg.

As an adjective:

When used as an adjective, ortho means straight or correct in form or structure.

Example sentence: The architect designed the building with strict adherence to ortho principles, resulting in a perfectly balanced structure.

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