Medical - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈmedɪkl|  American pronunciation of the word medical
Brit.  |ˈmedɪk(ə)l|  British pronunciation of the word medical

noun

- a thorough physical examination; includes a variety of tests depending on the age and sex and health of the person (syn: checkup)

adjective

- relating to the study or practice of medicine
the medical profession
a medical student
medical school
- requiring or amenable to treatment by medicine especially as opposed to surgery
medical treatment
pneumonia is a medical disease
- of or belonging to Aesculapius or the healing art

Extra examples

He has a dangerous medical condition.

The report was published in a leading medical journal.

Her recovery was a medical miracle.

He opened his own medical practice.

The injury required urgent medical attention.

You'll have to get a medical before you apply for that job.

A medical examiner is now viewing the evidence.

They believe that everyone should have access to adequate medical care, regardless of cost.

She announced her decision to go to medical school.

The study is supported by the American Medical Association.

The children have inadequate medical care and little formal education.

You should seek medical help immediately if you experience any chest pain or shortness of breath.

Medical science has made amazing progress in recent decades.

The patient required immediate medical treatment.

Recent advances in medical technology have saved countless lives.

Word forms

noun
singular: medical
plural: medicals
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