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hyperextension
[ hahy-per-ik-sten-shuhn ]
/ ˌhaɪ pər ɪkˈstɛn ʃən /
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noun
the extension of a part of the body beyond normal limits.
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British Dictionary definitions for hyperextension
hyperextension
/ (ˌhaɪpərɪkˈstɛnʃən) /
noun
extension of an arm or leg beyond its normal limits
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Medical definitions for hyperextension
hyperextension
[ hī′pər-ĭk-stĕn′shən ]
n.
Extension of a joint beyond its normal range of motion.
Other words from hyperextension
hy′per•ex•tend′ (-ĭk-stĕnd′) v.The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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