English to English Dictionary

Median

The value separating the higher half from the lower half of a data sample.

Mediant

The third note of a diatonic scale, which is the note that is a third above the tonic.

Mediastinum

The central compartment of the thoracic cavity situated between the pleural sacs containing the heart, great vessels, esophagus, trachea, and major nerves.

Mediation

Intervention in a dispute in order to resolve it; arbitration.

Mediator

A person who intervenes in a dispute to help the parties reach an agreement.

Mediatrix

A female mediator or intermediary.

Medic

A person trained to provide medical care, especially in emergency situations.

Medical

Relating to the science or practice of medicine.

Medical Center

A facility that provides medical treatment and healthcare services.

Medical Clinic

A healthcare facility that provides outpatient services for diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care.

Medical Costs

The expenses incurred for medical services, treatments, and medications.

Medical Emergency

An acute injury or illness that poses an immediate risk to a person's life or long-term health.