malposition

noun, verb — 2 senses

malposition

noun

Etymology From mal- + position.

1

Medicine, Sciences An abnormal position of an organ or other part of the body.

Synonyms
ectopia, ectopy, heterotopia, dystopia

malposition

verb

Etymology From mal- + position.

1

To position badly or incorrectly.

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