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splint vs care for

care for vs splint

splint is a noun but care for is not a noun.

splint and care for both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
splint Yes No Yes No
care for No No Yes No
As verbs, care for is a hypernym of splint; that is, care for is a word with a broader meaning than splint:
  • splint: support with a splint
  • care for: provide treatment for
Other hypernyms of splint include treat.
splint (noun) care for (noun)
an orthopedic mechanical device used to immobilize and protect a part of the body (as a broken leg)
a thin sliver of wood
splint (verb) care for (verb)
support with a splint provide treatment for
have a liking, fondness, or taste (for)
be fond of; be attached to
Difference between splint and care for

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