malposition

/ˌmælpəˈzɪʃən/
noun
  1. An abnormal or incorrect position of a body part, especially a baby during childbirth or a tooth.
    • Dentists often correct a malposition of the teeth with braces or aligners.
    • The doctor noted a malposition of the patient's shoulder joint after the injury.
    • The ultrasound revealed a malposition of the fetus that required a cesarean section.
  2. The state of being placed in the wrong location or arrangement.
    • The engineer identified a malposition of the support beams in the bridge design.
    • The malposition of the furniture made the room feel cramped and awkward.
    • A malposition of the security cameras left several blind spots in the parking lot.
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