Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a-and-e
abbreviation
ˌeɪ.ənˈiː
Definition
Accident and Emergency, often abbreviated as A&E, is a department in a hospital dedicated to the treatment of urgent and emergency situations.
Examples
- If you have a serious injury, you should go to A&E immediately.
- She was taken to A&E after the car accident.
- The wait at A&E can sometimes be long, depending on how busy it is.
Meaning
A&E is where people go when they have urgent medical needs that require immediate attention, such as injuries or severe illnesses.
Synonyms
- Emergency room
- ER
- Urgent care
