Dislocability

/ˌdɪsloʊkəˈbɪləti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being capable of being dislocated or moved from the correct position.

Etymology

From dislocable (able to be dislocated) + -ity (noun-forming suffix from Latin). Dislocate comes from dis- + locate (from Medieval Latin locare, to place).

Kelly Says

Medical professionals use this term to describe how easily certain joints can be displaced—some people have naturally high dislocability in their shoulders or hips, which is why they're more prone to dislocations during exercise.

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