Meaning of the word hospital in English

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

hospital

US /ˈhɑː.spɪ.t̬əl/
UK /ˈhɒs.pɪ.təl/
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Noun

an institution providing medical and surgical treatment and nursing care for sick or injured people.

Example:
She was rushed to the hospital after the accident.
He works as a doctor at the local hospital.