orthopaedic
The origin and history of orthopaedic.
Etymology
From Greek orthos 'straight, correct' and paidion 'child', via French orthopédie. The name reflects the field's origins in correcting skeletal deformities in children.
The origin and history of orthopaedic.
From Greek orthos 'straight, correct' and paidion 'child', via French orthopédie. The name reflects the field's origins in correcting skeletal deformities in children.
by FreeDict.com
Learn new English words for daily use — each one with meaning, pronunciation and an example. Free, no signup.
Start learning