noun
scoliosis
skoh-lee-OH-sihs
Scoliosis (noun) means a medical condition in which the spine curves abnormally to the side. Example: “The doctor recommended a back brace to manage her scoliosis.”
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A medical condition in which the spine curves abnormally to the side.
"The doctor recommended a back brace to manage her scoliosis."
How to use scoliosis
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sideways curve in the spine, rather than it running straight down the back.
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Word forms
- Plural
- scolioses
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek skoliosis, "twisting" or "torsion."
Rhymes for scoliosis
meiosis
mitosis
osmosis
stenosis
acidosis
zoonosis
cyanosis
necrosis
neurosis
hypnosis
fibrosis
silicosis
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Frequently asked questions
What does “scoliosis” mean?
The word “scoliosis” means a medical condition in which the spine curves abnormally to the side. In plain terms, a sideways curve in the spine, rather than it running straight down the back.
How do you pronounce “scoliosis”?
“Scoliosis” is pronounced skoh-lee-OH-sihs (/ˌskoʊ.liˈoʊ.sɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “scoliosis” in a sentence?
Here is “scoliosis” used in a sentence: “The doctor recommended a back brace to manage her scoliosis.”
What part of speech is “scoliosis”?
“Scoliosis” is a noun.
Where does the word “scoliosis” come from?
The word “scoliosis” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek skoliosis, "twisting" or "torsion.".
