stress fracture

stress frac·ture

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Definitions of stress fracture words

noun stress fracture a hairline crack in a bone, especially of a foot or leg, caused by repeated or prolonged stress and often occurring in runners, dancers, and soldiers (march fracture) 1
countable noun stress fracture A stress fracture is a slight break in a bone that is usually caused by using a part of your body too much, for example, as a result of exercise or sport. 0
noun stress fracture a fracture caused by cumulative, repetitive strain and excessive activity 0
noun stress fracture similar damage occurring to a non-biological object 0
noun stress fracture a fracture near the muscle attachments on the leg bones caused by repetitive stress, as from intensive exercise 0

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 5% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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