Meaning of the word ambulatory in English

What does ambulatory mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ambulatory

US /ˈæm.bjə.lə.tɔːr.i/

UK /ˌæm.bjəˈleɪ.tər.i/

relating to or adapted for walking

Example:

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The patient is now ambulatory and can walk with assistance.

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The new hospital wing has an ambulatory care unit.

Synonym:

mobile peripatetic nomadic itinerant walking

a place for walking, especially an aisle in a church or cloister

Example:

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The monks walked silently through the ancient ambulatory.

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The cathedral's ambulatory offered a serene space for contemplation.

Synonym:

aisle cloister walkway gallery