traction (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 04
def (orthopedics) the act of pulling on a bone or limb (as in a fracture) to relieve pressure or align parts in a special way during healing
examples his leg was in traction for several days
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Hypernym pull, pulling
Domain of synset - TOPIC orthopedics, orthopaedics
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Hyponym pull, pulling
Member of this domain - TOPIC orthopedics, orthopaedics

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