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Hospital Community

/ˈhɒspɪtəl kəˈmjuːnɪti/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    A group of individuals who share a common interest in health and wellness, often centered around a healthcare facility.

    "The hospital community organized a health fair to promote wellness among local residents."
  2. 2

    The collective of healthcare professionals and patients associated with a particular hospital.

    "The hospital community worked together to improve patient care and support services."

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The term 'hospital' originates from the Latin 'hospitale', meaning 'guesthouse', which evolved in the Middle Ages to refer to institutions providing care for the sick. 'Community' comes from the Latin 'communis', meaning 'shared by all or many', reflecting the social aspect of groups of people living together.

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