Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
infirmaries
noun
/ɪnˈfɜːr.mə.ri/
Definition
Infirmaries are places where sick or injured individuals receive medical care and treatment, often within institutions like schools or military bases.
Examples
- The school infirmary was equipped to handle minor injuries and illnesses.
- During the war, soldiers were sent to infirmaries for treatment of their wounds.
- She felt much better after a few days of rest in the infirmary.
Meaning
The term ‘infirmary’ generally refers to a facility designed to provide medical assistance to those who are unwell or require recuperative care.
Synonyms
- clinic
- hospital
- medical center
- care facility
