consulting-room
Noun: - A room where a doctor or other professional meets with patients or clients for consultation: "consulting-room" refers to a designated space, typically in a medical office or clinic, where a physician, therapist, or specialist holds private discussions, examinations, or assessments with individuals seeking advice or treatment.
- (The room used for private medical consultation.)
- (A space for professional advice and examination.)
"in the consulting-room": referring to the setting of a professional meeting.
- The atmosphere in the consulting-room was calm and confidential. (The environment of the doctor's private office.)
"consulting-room hours": the scheduled times when a doctor is available for consultations.
- The consulting-room hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. (The official times for patient meetings.)
Consultation (n): the act of seeking advice or information from a professional.
- She scheduled a consultation with the specialist. (A meeting for professional advice.)
Consult (v): to seek information or advice from someone.
- You should consult your doctor before starting any new medication. (To ask for professional guidance.)
- Examination room: a room where a doctor examines a patient.
- Surgery: (British English) a doctor's office or consulting room.
- Office: a room where a professional meets clients.
- "The consulting-room is open": an expression meaning that the doctor is available for appointments.
- The consulting-room is open from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. (The doctor is seeing patients during that time.)
- Consult with: to have a discussion with a professional.
- She will consult with the surgeon before the procedure. (To have a formal meeting for advice.)
"Consulting-room" is a compound noun, typically used in British English. In American English, the equivalent term is often "doctor's office" or "examination room." The word specifically emphasizes the act of consultation rather than general examination.