clinic
Translation
clinic, outpatient department, specialist center
Examples
I have an appointment at the dental clinic.
I have an appointment at the dental clinic.
She runs a private clinic for sports injuries.
She runs a private clinic for sports injuries.
Grammar Patterns
a/the clinic for ((sth.)) a place for a specific medical issue The hospital has a special clinic for children.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hospital, surgery, practice
Etymology
From Greek 'klinike' (practice at the sickbed), from 'kline' (bed).
Memory Tips
Think of having to 'recline' in a bed at a clinic.