Meaning & Definition of word "Hospital"

noun:

• 1. An institution where the sick or injured are given medical or surgical treatment.
  • Example: After his car accident, he was taken to the hospital for emergency care.
• 2. A place providing specialized medical treatment and care, such as a children's hospital.
  • Example: The children's hospital focuses on treating pediatric patients.
• 3. A large medical facility that typically includes emergency services, surgery, and a variety of specialized departments.
  • Example: She works as a nurse in a large urban hospital.
• 4. An establishment that serves as a center for education and research in the medical field.
  • Example: Many hospitals are also affiliated with medical schools.
• 5. A place providing accommodation for sick people, often in a temporary capacity.
  • Example: During the flu outbreak, local hospitals became overwhelmed with patients.