eye-hospital
Definition
Noun: A hospital specializing in the treatment of eye disorders and diseases; an ophthalmic hospital.
Usage Examples
- (A facility dedicated to eye care.)
- (A specialized medical institution for eye conditions.)
Advanced Usage
- "eye-hospital" is typically used as a compound noun and is less common in casual speech; more formal terms like "ophthalmic hospital" or "eye clinic" may be preferred.
- The eye-hospital offers free screenings for glaucoma every month. (A specialized facility providing eye health services.)
Variants and Related Words
- Eye clinic (n): a smaller medical facility focusing on eye exams and minor treatments.
- He visited the eye clinic for a routine check-up. (A clinic for eye care.)
- Eye doctor (n): a medical professional specializing in eye health (optometrist or ophthalmologist).
- The eye doctor recommended surgery at the eye-hospital. (A specialist in eye care.)
Synonyms
- Ophthalmic hospital: a hospital that deals with diseases of the eye.
- Eye infirmary: an older term for a facility treating eye ailments.
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