scoliotic
9.3
A person who has a spine that curves to the side
- noun
- /ˌskoʊliˈɑtɪk/
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escoliótico
- A scoliotic may need regular checkups to monitor the curve of their spine.
Examples
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A scoliotic may need regular checkups to monitor the curve of their spine.
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Physical therapy can help a scoliotic improve posture and reduce discomfort.
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The rehabilitation program supports every scoliotic who wants to strengthen their back muscles.
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The scoliotic patient requires special treatment.
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Many scoliotics benefit from physical therapy.
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The rehabilitation program supports every scoliotic who wants to strengthen their back muscles.
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Physical therapy can help a scoliotic improve posture and reduce discomfort.
Surface Forms
scoliotic singular
scoliotics plural
Etymology
Scoliotic as a noun uses the same Greek root skolios meaning 'bent', so a scoliotic is a person whose spine is bent sideways.
