Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

orthotist

/ˈɔɹθətɪst/

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 1.04 in modern English

Syllables: or-tho-tist
IPA: /ˈɔɹθətɪst/

12

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

3

Syllables

6

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A person who makes or fits orthotic devices.

Example Sentences

"While historic practice often involved one person's judgment, best practice today usually reflects the considered decision of an orthotic clinic team. Professional members of the team include the orthotist, physician, and physical therapist."

Etymology

From orthot(ic) + -ist.

Inflected Forms

orthotists (plural)

Questions

How do you pronounce orthotist?: The recorded pronunciation is /ˈɔɹθətɪst/.
What does orthotist mean?: A person who makes or fits orthotic devices.
Where does orthotist come from?: From orthot(ic) + -ist.

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