clinic

Definition

  • noun: a place where people get medical help
  • noun: a class of medical instruction in which patients are examined and discussed
  • synonyms: va hospital, x ray, asylum

Examples

  • The hospital is holding/having a pain 'clinic' on Tuesday night for anyone interested in learning how to deal with chronic pain.

  • The quarterback really 'put on a clinic' in the second half, throwing four touchdown passes.

  • A legal 'clinic' in the city provides poor families with advice on legal matters.

Movie quotes

  • (..) How do I feel about this sack of puppy poo? You are dearest friends. After your wife left you - - Jack told everyone he drove her to the diphtheria clinic. When he came back, you said: "You saved me from humiliation. You are my dearest friend." - You promised not to tell. - I did not. (..)
    1993 Last Action Hero