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hospitalize

/hɒs.pɪˈtɪlaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does hospitalize mean?

verb

To provide medical treatment in a hospital, especially for a serious or long-term illness or injury. To admit someone to a hospital for medical treatment.

Example

"The patient was hospitalized after suffering a severe head injury in the car accident."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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