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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

fracture

/fræktʃər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does fracture mean?

noun, verb

A break or crack in a bone or other hard structure, or a sudden and complete break in a relationship or system. To break or crack something, especially a bone.

Example

"The doctor told me I had a fracture in my wrist and would need to wear a cast for several weeks."

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