Meaning of the word outpatient in English
What does outpatient mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
outpatient
US /ˈaʊt.peɪ.ʃənt/
UK /ˈaʊt.peɪ.ʃənt/
Noun
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a patient who receives medical treatment without being admitted to a hospital
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The clinic primarily serves outpatients.
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She visited the hospital as an outpatient for her check-up.
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Adjective
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relating to or denoting a patient who receives medical treatment without being admitted to a hospital
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The hospital has a large outpatient department.
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They offer various outpatient services.
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