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infirmary
noun in·fir·ma·ry \in-ˈfərm-rē, -ˈfər-mə-\
: a place where sick people stay and are cared for in a school, prison, summer camp, etc.
plural in·fir·ma·ries
Full Definition of INFIRMARY
: a place where the infirm or sick are lodged for care and treatment
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First Known Use of INFIRMARY
15th century
INFIRMARY Defined for Kids
infirmary
noun in·fir·ma·ry \in-ˈfər-mə-rē\
plural in·fir·ma·ries
Definition of INFIRMARY for Kids
: a place for the care and housing of sick people
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infirmary
noun in·fir·ma·ry \in-ˈfərm-(ə-)rē\
plural in·fir·ma·ries
Medical Definition of INFIRMARY
: a place especially in a school or college for the care and treatment of the sick
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