1. to dislocate or put out of joint
Usage: medical

Examples

• The fall caused him to luxate his shoulder.
• The doctor warned that the injury could luxate the joint if not treated properly.
• Athletes who luxate their knees often require surgery.
• The accident luxated several bones in her wrist.
• Physical therapy helped prevent the joint from luxating again.
• The veterinarian had to luxate the dog’s hip to examine it thoroughly.