dislocation
0 antonyms and opposites of dislocation, grouped by meaning.
Noun — An injury in which a bone is forced out of its normal joint position.
How to use dislocation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French, ultimately from Medieval Latin dislocatio, meaning "a putting out of place."
Full origin of dislocation →Frequently asked questions
What does “dislocation” mean?
The word “dislocation” means an injury in which a bone is forced out of its normal joint position. In plain terms, the state of something — often a joint, but also a community or system — being knocked out of its normal place.
How do you pronounce “dislocation”?
“Dislocation” is pronounced dihs-loh-KAYSHN (/dɪsləʊˈkeɪʃn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “dislocation” in a sentence?
Here is “dislocation” used in a sentence: “The doctor popped the dislocation back into place in the emergency room.”
What part of speech is “dislocation”?
“Dislocation” is a noun.
Where does the word “dislocation” come from?
The word “dislocation” comes from Medieval Latin. From Old French, ultimately from Medieval Latin dislocatio, meaning "a putting out of place.".
How many meanings does “dislocation” have?
“Dislocation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an injury in which a bone is forced out of its normal joint position.