L'hôpital
Example: L'hôpital a accueilli de nombreux patients cette semaine.
Definition
"L'hôpital" refers to a medical institution where patients receive treatment, care, and surgery from healthcare professionals. It serves as a place for diagnosis, emergency care, and recovery for individuals experiencing various health conditions.
Etymology
The word "l'hôpital" comes from the Old French term 'hospital,' which itself derives from the Latin 'hospitale,' meaning a guesthouse or place of hospitality. Originally, hospitals were places offering shelter and care to travelers and the sick. Did you know that the concept of a hospital evolved from medieval charitable institutions designed to provide care to the poor and ill?
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"L'hôpital" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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