Meaning & Definition of Hospice in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A place or program for caring for the terminally ill, offering comfort and support.

  Example Sentence: She chose to spend her last days at a hospice, where she received compassionate care.

• Definition: A shelter for travelers or the needy, historically.

  Example Sentence: The old hospice offered refuge for pilgrims on their journey.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'hospitium', meaning 'hospitality, guest house'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• hospice care: Care provided to terminally ill patients to improve quality of life.
• hospice services: Support services offered in a hospice setting.

Translations

• Spanish: hospital de cuidados paliativos

• French: hospice

• German: Hospiz

• Russian: хоспис

Related Words

• palliative: Relating to care that alleviates symptoms without curing.

• caregiver: A person who provides care for someone unable to care for themselves.