clinic
A clinic is a medical facility that provides healthcare services to outpatients who do not need to stay overnight. It is typically smaller than a hospital and focuses on specific treatments or general check-ups.
Examples
3 of 5I have an appointment at the dental clinic tomorrow morning.
I have an appointment at the dental clinic tomorrow morning.
The local health clinic provides essential vaccinations for all residents.
The local health clinic provides essential vaccinations for all residents.
I'm just heading to the clinic to get my flu shot.
I'm just heading to the clinic to get my flu shot.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the 'c' in Clinic: it is for 'care' that is 'close' to home and 'quick'.
Quick Quiz
I need to see a doctor about my cough, so I am going to the local ____.
Correct!
The correct answer is: a
Examples
I have an appointment at the dental clinic tomorrow morning.
everydayI have an appointment at the dental clinic tomorrow morning.
The local health clinic provides essential vaccinations for all residents.
formalThe local health clinic provides essential vaccinations for all residents.
I'm just heading to the clinic to get my flu shot.
informalI'm just heading to the clinic to get my flu shot.
Data suggests that rural clinics are vital for community health.
academicData suggests that rural clinics are vital for community health.
The company has decided to fund a new private clinic for its employees.
businessThe company has decided to fund a new private clinic for its employees.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
outpatient clinic
outpatient clinic
health clinic
health clinic
sports clinic
sports clinic
Often Confused With
A clinic is for small issues or check-ups without staying overnight; a hospital is for emergencies and surgeries.
Usage Notes
Use 'clinic' when you are talking about a specific place for medical advice or minor treatments. It often specializes in one area, such as a 'skin clinic' or 'eye clinic'.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 'hospital' for every medical visit, but in English, we use 'clinic' or 'doctor's office' for routine visits.
Memory Tip
Think of the 'c' in Clinic: it is for 'care' that is 'close' to home and 'quick'.
Word Origin
From the Greek word 'klinike', which relates to the bedside or a bed.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In many countries, a clinic is the first place you go to see a doctor before being referred to a larger hospital.
Quick Quiz
I need to see a doctor about my cough, so I am going to the local ____.
Correct!
The correct answer is: a
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