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Meaning & Definition of Infirmary in English

English

Infirmary

Pronunciation:

/ɪnˈfɜːrməri/

Part of Speech:

noun

Plural:

infirmaries

Meaning and Definition of Infirmary

1. Primary Definition

A place for the care of the sick or injured, especially in an institution.

2. Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: A hospital or a place where sick or injured people receive medical care.

    Example Sentence: The school infirmary was equipped to handle minor injuries.

  • Definition: A room or establishment for the sick, especially in an educational institution or military.

    Example Sentence: During the camp, any child feeling unwell was taken to the infirmary.

Etymology

Origin: From Middle English 'infirmarie', from Latin 'infirmaria', from 'infirmus' meaning 'weak, feeble'.

Synonyms

hospital | clinic | dispensary | medical center | medical facility

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • school infirmary: A medical facility located within a school to care for students.
  • military infirmary: A medical facility in the military environment for treating soldiers.
  • emergency infirmary: A designated area for urgent medical attention typically set up in response to an emergency.

Translations

  • Spanish: infirmaria
  • French: infirmerie
  • German: Krankenstation
  • Russian: санитарный корпус

Related Words

  • hospital: A larger facility for treating various illnesses and injuries with comprehensive services.
  • clinic: A smaller medical facility focused on outpatient care.
  • medic: A trained healthcare worker or professional providing medical assistance.

Slang Meanings of infirmary

  • Meaning: Sick bay

    Example Sentence: He was sent to the sick bay after complaining of a headache.

  • Meaning: First aid station

    Example Sentence: The first aid station at the event was equipped to handle minor injuries.