fracture (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈfræktʃər/

Definition

A break in a bone or other hard object.

Examples

• The X-ray showed a hairline fracture in his wrist.

• A fracture in the dam could lead to a catastrophic flood.

• The impact caused a fracture in the windshield.

How to Use fracture

fracture in (prepositional phrase)

A break or crack located within a specific object or structure. — "There was a fracture in the pipe that caused the leak."

fracture of (prepositional phrase)

A break belonging to a specific bone or part. — "The fracture of his femur was severe."

Synonyms of fracture

Words with a similar meaning to fracture:

• break
• crack
• rupture
• disruption

Antonyms of fracture

Words with the opposite meaning to fracture:

• union
• wholeness

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