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

  • (..) Too bad the post office isn't as efficient as the weather service. DOC: Excuse the disguise, but I was afraid you wouldn't recognize me. I went to a rejuvenation clinic and got a whole natural overhaul. ...added or years to my life. They also replaced my spleen and colon. What do you think? (..)
    1989 Back to the Future Part II