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Definition of chiropractic

chiropractic

/ˌkaɪ.ɹoʊˈpɹæk.tɪk/
chi · ro · prac · tic
Adverb:chiropractically
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chiropractic Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Relating to or denoting the system of integrative medicine based on the manual manipulation of the spine and joints.

Example

"She scheduled a chiropractic adjustment to relieve the chronic tension in her lower back."

• noun

1

A system of integrative medicine based on the diagnosis and manipulative treatment of misalignments of the joints, especially those of the spinal column, which are held to cause other disorders by affecting the nerves, muscles, and organs.

Example

"As a healthcare discipline, chiropractic focuses on the relationship between the spine and the nervous system."

• Rhymes for chiropractic

• Nearby Words

chippy
chipset
chiropompholyx
chiropractic
chiropractor
chirp
chirper

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1898 by D. D. Palmer from the Greek roots 'kheir' (meaning 'hand') and 'praktikos' (meaning 'practical' or 'effective'), literally translating to 'done by hand'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Chiropractic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/chiropractic
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