adjective

dislocated

Dislocated (adjective) means Forced out of its normal position, especially a joint in the body. Example: “He fell off his bike and ended up with a dislocated shoulder.”

adjective

Forced out of its normal position, especially a joint in the body.

"He fell off his bike and ended up with a dislocated shoulder."

How to use dislocated

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishPopped out of its usual place — most often used for a joint.

Common pairings

dislocated shoulder dislocated knee dislocated hip

Word forms

more dislocated comparative, most dislocated superlative

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Rhymes for dislocated

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dislocated” mean?

The word “dislocated” means forced out of its normal position, especially a joint in the body. In plain terms, popped out of its usual place — most often used for a joint.

How do you use “dislocated” in a sentence?

Here is “dislocated” used in a sentence: “He fell off his bike and ended up with a dislocated shoulder.”

What part of speech is “dislocated”?

“Dislocated” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of dislocated?

"dislocated" (adjective) means forced out of its normal position, especially a joint in the body.