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Splint Definition & Meaning

splint
noun
  1. a thin sliver of wood; "he lit the fire with a burning splint"
  2. an orthopedic mechanical device used to immobilize and protect a part of the body (as a broken leg)
verb
  1. support with a splint; "splint a broken finger"

"Splint" in song lyrics

See how splint is used in real songs:

  • "to proceed to penetrate flesh, hitting the splint"
    Organized Konfusion — Stray Bullet
  • "So much it hurts, you need a splint"
    The Rodentz — Total Chaos
  • "occlusal splint"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "splint"

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Frequently asked questions

What does splint mean?
a thin sliver of wood; "he lit the fire with a burning splint" an orthopedic mechanical device used to immobilize and protect a part of the body (as a broken leg) support with a splint; "splint a broken finger"
What part of speech is splint?
Splint is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does splint have?
Splint has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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