Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hospitale

noun

/hɒsˈpɪtəl/

Definition

A hospitale, often called a hospice, refers to a place that provides care and shelter for the sick, injured, or dying, traditionally serving as a refuge for the needy.

Examples

During the Middle Ages, many hospitale provided refuge for travelers and the poor.
Modern hospitale often offer specialized healthcare services for terminally ill patients.