Meaning of the word "stress fracture" in English
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stress fracture
US /ˈstres ˌfræk.tʃər/
UK /ˈstres ˌfræk.tʃər/
Noun
1.
a small crack in a bone caused by repeated stress or injury, often seen in athletes
Example:
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The runner developed a stress fracture in his shin bone.
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Rest is crucial for healing a stress fracture.
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