每日N词 | deformity-spine-orthopedist | 20170704
A deformity of the spine is a condition that requires the attention of an orthopedist.
畸形的脊椎需要外科医生的治疗。
▷deformity [dɪ'fɔː(r)məti]（n.）
【释义】A deformity happens when a body part is misshapen. A deformity can also be a change for the worse in something's appearance. A two-headed kitten has a deformity.
the situation in which a part of the body has not developed in the normal way or with the normal shape
身体畸形，发育异常
▷spine [spaɪn]（n.）
【释义】Your spine is your backbone. When you sit and stand with your spine straight, people will compliment you on your good posture.
the line of bones down the centre of the back that provides support for the body and protects the spinal cord
脊柱；脊椎
She injured her spine in a riding accident.她在一次骑马事故中脊柱受伤。
▷orthopedist [.ɔː(r)θə'piːdɪst]（n.）
【释义】a specialist in correcting deformities of the skeletal system (especially in children) 整形医生；骨科医生
每日N词 | orthography-拼写体系,正字法 | 20170703
每日N词 | brace-orthodontist | 20170702
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