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treatment
noun treat·ment \ˈtrēt-mənt\
: the way that you think of and act toward someone or something
: the way that you deal with or discuss a subject
: something that deals with or discusses a subject
Full Definition of TREATMENT
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a : a substance or technique used in treating b : an experimental condition
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First Known Use of TREATMENT
circa 1560
TREATMENT Defined for Kids
treatment
noun treat·ment \ˈtrēt-mənt\
Definition of TREATMENT for Kids
1
: the act or manner of treating someone or something <The dog received rough treatment by his previous owners.>
2
: medical or surgical care <The accident victim required immediate treatment.>
3
: a substance or method used in treating <a treatment for acne> <waste treatment>
Medical Dictionary
treatment
noun treat·ment \ˈtrēt-mənt\
Medical Definition of TREATMENT
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: the action or manner of treating a patient medically or surgically <treatment of tuberculosis>
2
: an instance of treating <the cure required many treatments>
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