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

  • (..) Really? To make soap, first we render fat. The salt balance has to be just right so the best fat for soap comes from humans. - Wait, what is this place? - A liposuction clinic. Pay dirt! Richest, creamiest fat in the world. Fat of the land! No! Don't pull it, don't pull it! - Oh, God! (..)
    1999 Fight Club