Meaning of the word orthopedics in English

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orthopedics

US /ˌɔːr.θəˈpiː.dɪks/
UK /ˌɔː.θəˈpiː.dɪks/
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Noun

the branch of medicine dealing with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.

Example:
She decided to specialize in orthopedics after her sports injury.
The hospital has a leading department of orthopedics.
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