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splint

nounfemininetechnicalcommon/ˈta.lɐ/ta·la

Definition

1

A rigid or semi-rigid device used to immobilize and support an injured limb; a strip of wood or metal.

Usage examples

The doctor put a splint on his broken arm.
The wooden splint is used to reinforce the corner.

Common combinations

plaster castorthopedic splintput on a splint