A1 noun محايد

crutches

/ˈkrʌtʃɪz/

Crutches are sticks with supports that fit under the arms or around the wrists. They help people with leg or foot injuries walk by taking the weight off the injured limb.

أمثلة

3 من 5
1

I have to use crutches for three weeks because I broke my foot.

I have to use crutches for three weeks because I broke my foot.

2

The hospital provides crutches to patients who have undergone leg surgery.

The hospital provides crutches to patients who have undergone leg surgery.

3

I'm finally getting used to moving around on these crutches.

I'm finally getting used to moving around on these crutches.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
crutch
Verb
crutch
صفة
crutched
مرتبط
support
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نصيحة للحفظ

The word 'crutches' starts with 'C'. Imagine the curved 'C' shape is the part that fits under your arm for support.

اختبار سريع

After the skiing accident, Sarah had to use ______ to walk around the house.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: crutches

أمثلة

1

I have to use crutches for three weeks because I broke my foot.

everyday

I have to use crutches for three weeks because I broke my foot.

2

The hospital provides crutches to patients who have undergone leg surgery.

formal

The hospital provides crutches to patients who have undergone leg surgery.

3

I'm finally getting used to moving around on these crutches.

informal

I'm finally getting used to moving around on these crutches.

4

Research indicates that the height of crutches must be adjusted correctly to prevent nerve damage.

academic

Research indicates that the height of crutches must be adjusted correctly to prevent nerve damage.

5

Our medical supply division reported a high demand for lightweight aluminum crutches this quarter.

business

Our medical supply division reported a high demand for lightweight aluminum crutches this quarter.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
crutch
Verb
crutch
صفة
crutched
مرتبط
support

تلازمات شائعة

be on crutches be on crutches
walk with crutches walk with crutches
a pair of crutches a pair of crutches
lean on crutches lean on crutches
adjustable crutches adjustable crutches

العبارات الشائعة

to use something as a crutch

to use something as a crutch (metaphorical for relying too much on something)

emotional crutch

emotional crutch

get off crutches

get off crutches

يُخلط عادةً مع

crutches vs cane

A cane is a single stick held in one hand for balance, while crutches provide more support and usually come in pairs for weight-bearing.

crutches vs walker

A walker is a metal frame with four legs that you push in front of you, whereas crutches are sticks used under the arms.

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ملاحظات الاستخدام

The word is typically used in the plural ('crutches') when referring to the medical equipment. In the singular ('crutch'), it often refers to a metaphorical dependency.

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أخطاء شائعة

Learners often use the singular 'crutch' when they mean the pair of tools they are using to walk. Always use the plural if you are using two.

💡

نصيحة للحفظ

The word 'crutches' starts with 'C'. Imagine the curved 'C' shape is the part that fits under your arm for support.

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أصل الكلمة

Derived from the Old English word 'crycc', meaning a staff or a stick used for support.

أنماط نحوية

Countable noun Usually plural Used with the preposition 'on'
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السياق الثقافي

In many Western societies, seeing someone on crutches usually prompts people to hold doors open or offer a seat as a sign of common courtesy.

اختبار سريع

After the skiing accident, Sarah had to use ______ to walk around the house.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: crutches

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A1

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wheelchair

A1

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A1

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physician

A1

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paramedic

A1

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pharmacist

A1

A pharmacist is a healthcare professional who is trained to prepare and give out medicines to patients. They also provide expert advice on how to use medications safely and manage minor health issues.

therapist

A1

A therapist is a trained professional who helps people with mental, emotional, or physical problems. They use specific methods like talking or physical exercises to help their patients feel better and improve their lives.

dentist

A1

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psychiatrist

A1

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neurologist

A1

A neurologist is a special doctor who treats problems with the brain, nerves, and spinal cord. They help people who have bad headaches, memory loss, or trouble moving their bodies.

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