clinic
Meaning
A clinic is a healthcare facility that provides outpatient services, typically for diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "clinic" with "hospital," as clinics usually offer less extensive services.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Anna
went
to
the
local
clinic
for
a
routine
check
-
up
.
She
sat
in
the
waiting
room
and
read
a
magazine
while
a
nurse
called
her
name
.
During
the
examination
the
nurse
measured
her
blood
pressure
and
asked
about
any
recent
symptoms
.
The
doctor
explained
that
the
tests
were
normal
and
suggested
a
healthy
diet
and
regular
exercise
.
Anna
left
feeling
relieved
and
decided
to
book
another
check
-
up
in
six
months
.
Common Phrases
medical clinic
dental clinic
walk-in clinic
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