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in-patient

 

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Noun in-patient has 1 sense
  1. inpatient, inmate - a patient who is residing in the hospital where he is being treated
    --1 is a kind of patient
    Antonyms: outpatient

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In-Patient

Definition:

An in-patient refers to a person who is admitted to a hospital or healthcare facility for medical treatment and care, and will remain there for a period of time. The term can also describe the designated area or unit within a hospital where patients stay for a certain duration to receive treatment.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A person who is receiving medical treatment and care while staying in a hospital or healthcare facility.

Example Sentence: The in-patient was discharged from the hospital after successful surgery.

Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Pertaining to or involving patients who are admitted to a hospital or healthcare facility for a period of time for medical treatment.

Example Sentence: The in-patient facilities at the hospital offer specialized care and round-the-clock medical supervision.

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