luxate

/ˈluːkseɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to dislocate or move out of place, especially a joint or a bone

“The doctor told the patient that her shoulder had luxated during the fall.”

2. verb

to come out of place or become dislocated

“The joint began to luxate under the pressure.”

3. noun

dislocation of a joint or a bone

“The patient’s luxate was severe and required immediate medical attention.”

Synonyms

  • dislocate
  • subluxate

Antonyms

  • relocate
  • stabilize