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Orthopaed

Definition:

Orthopaed is a variant spelling of orthoped, primarily used in British English, referring to the branch of medicine concerned with the prevention and correction of disorders or injuries of the musculoskeletal system.

Examples:

As a noun:

1. The orthopaed performed a knee surgery on the professional football player.

2. My cousin decided to pursue a career in orthopaedics to help people with limb deformities.

As an adjective:

1. The orthopaed surgeon suggested a non-surgical treatment for my back pain.

2. She wore orthopaed shoes to provide support and alleviate foot pain.

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