ambulatory
Translation
ambulatory, able to walk
Examples
The patient is ambulatory and can walk around.
The patient is ambulatory and can walk around.
They provide ambulatory care services.
They provide ambulatory care services.
Grammar Patterns
to be ((ambulatory)) able to walk The patient is now fully ambulatory.
((ambulatory)) care/patient outpatient care/patient He receives ambulatory care.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mobile, walking; Antonyms: bedridden, stationary
Etymology
From Latin 'ambulare' (to walk).
Memory Tips
An 'ambulance' is for people who are NOT ambulatory. If you are ambulatory, you can walk.