Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ward

noun
/wɔrd/
Definition
A ward is a division of a city or town, usually for administrative purposes, or a section of a hospital.
Examples
  • The hospital has a pediatric ward for children.
  • The city council debated the budget for each ward.
Meaning
The term can refer to a specific area in a local government or an assigned group of patients in a healthcare facility.
Synonyms
  • division
  • district
  • department