closed fracture

noun

1. simple fracture.

Word History and Origins

Origin of closed fracture¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

Naylor was taken to a hospital and was diagnosed with a closed fracture and dislocation of the right ankle.

From Seattle Times

Naylor was taken to a hospital and was diagnosed with a “closed fracture and dislocation of the right ankle.”

From Seattle Times

He was described as having a "closed fracture" of his nose and two lacerations on the back of his head, as well as the black eyes.

From BBC