U.S. National Library of Medicine

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • The world's largest medical library: The U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM) is a major institution dedicated to biomedical and health information, serving as a comprehensive resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and the public.
Usage
  • The term "U.S. National Library of Medicine" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this federal institution. It is often mentioned in academic, medical, and research contexts.
Examples of Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • Researchers often search the databases of the U.S. National Library of Medicine for the latest clinical studies.
    • The U.S. National Library of Medicine provides free access to PubMed, a vast collection of scientific citations.
Advanced Usage
  • "NLM": This is the standard acronym for the U.S. National Library of Medicine and is frequently used in technical and professional writing.
    • The NLM classification system is used by many medical libraries.
Variants and Related Words
  • National Library of Medicine (NLM): The shortened form, often used when the "U.S." context is already understood.
  • PubMed: A primary free search engine and database of references managed by the NLM.
  • MedlinePlus: A public health information service provided by the NLM.
Synonyms
  • Medical library (specific): While "medical library" is a general term, it can refer to the NLM in contexts where it is clearly the specific institution being discussed.
  • Biomedical information resource: A descriptive synonym highlighting its function.
Related Phrases
  • Part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH): A phrase describing its organizational affiliation.
    • The U.S. National Library of Medicine is part of the National Institutes of Health.
Noun
  1. the world's largest medical library

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