noun

clinic

clinic, outpatient department, specialist center

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.

a/the clinic for ((sth.)) a place for a specific medical issue The hospital has a special clinic for children.

Synonyms: hospital, surgery, practice

From Greek 'klinike' (practice at the sickbed), from 'kline' (bed).

Think of having to 'recline' in a bed at a clinic.

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