Meaning Of The Word Stress fracture

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stress fracture
countable noun: A stress fracture is a slight break in a bone that is usually caused by using a part of your body too much, for example, as a result of exercise or sport.

stress fracture in American English
a fracture near the muscle attachments on the leg bones caused by repetitive stress, as from intensive exercise
noun: a hairline crack in a bone, esp. of a foot or leg, caused by repeated or prolonged stress and often occurring in runners, dancers, and soldiers ( march fracture)

stress fracture in British English
noun: a fracture caused by cumulative, repetitive strain and excessive activity

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