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splint
This term carries a strong clinical and emergency medical connotation, evoking images of stabilization and rigidity. It describes a temporary measure designed to prevent further trauma by restricting movement, distinguishing it from a cast, which is typically a permanent, hardening shell used for long-term healing.
In a non-medical sense, the word can describe a small strip of wood or metal used to reinforce a structure, though the primary usage remains rooted in orthopedic care. It suggests a sense of urgency and first-aid intervention.
Meanings
Examples
He wears a splint.
He wears a splint.
We must splint the wound before moving the patient.
Ancient surgeons used reeds to splint broken bones.
I apologize for the delay caused by my wrist splint.