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AH020387 Posted 16 years ago
Vocabulary

Flexion

Can the word 'flexion' as in flexion of muscles be spelt 'flection' as well?

Second question that came to my mind while writing this question is when I said 'spelt' should I have said 'spelled' instead:

Can the word 'flexion' as in flexion of muscles be spelled 'flection' as well?

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Can the word 'flexion' as in flexion of muscles be spelt 'flection' as well?

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I believe "spelt" is British, and quite acceptable in these fora. I've never heard "flection," but I'll check. Edit.

— Avangi

  • I believe "spelt" is British, and quite acceptable in these fora.
  • I've never heard "flection," but I'll check.
  • Edit.
  • " quoting American Heritage.
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I believe "spelt" is British, and quite acceptable in these fora.

I've never heard "flection," but I'll check.

Edit. Farlex lists it as a "variant of flexion." quoting American Heritage.
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So spelled and spelt are both correct and mean the same?
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AH020387So spelled and spelt are both correct and mean the same?
Yes.

I became PAINFULLY aware of the difference between flexion and extension, BTW, during my recent physical therapy following a knee replacement.
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Hope u are better now or will feel better if ur still in pain and *** bless:)
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Thanks. Almost good-as-new!
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