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adj
In a decubitus position: lying down; thus:
Any position of lying down.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: broadly, not-comparable
Topics: medicine, sciences
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Synonyms: recumbent
Antonyms: none provided
adj
In a decubitus position: lying down; thus:
A position of lying on one's side, in contrast with supine or prone positions of lying down.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Qualifier: less broadly
Topics: medicine, sciences
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
adj
Relating to a pressure ulcer (a decubitus ulcer, that is, a bedsore).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated, not-comparable
Topics: medicine, sciences
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
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