Word
medicare
Phoneticsmedi·care
US/ˈmɛdəˌkɛɹ/
UK/mˈɛdɪkˌeə/
Definitions
01US healthcare for elderly
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun American English
n. a US government program that pays for healthcare for people over 65 and some people with disabilities.
n. a federal health insurance program in the United States primarily for individuals aged 65 or older and younger people with specific disabilities.
“My grandfather relies on Medicare to cover his monthly doctor visits.”
“The debate over federal spending often focuses on the long-term sustainability of Medicare as the aging population increases demand for services.”
Usage
Usually capitalized as a proper noun.
02Australian universal healthcare
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun British English · Dialect
n. the system in Australia that provides free or low-cost medical care to all citizens.
n. the publicly funded universal healthcare system in Australia, providing access to medical services for all citizens and permanent residents.
“You need to show your Medicare card when you visit a clinic in Sydney.”
“The Australian government introduced Medicare to ensure that basic medical treatment remains accessible to all residents regardless of their income level.”
Usage
Usually capitalized as a proper noun.
03Canadian public health system
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun American English · Dialect
n. the unofficial name for the public health insurance system in Canada.
n. an informal but widely used term for the publicly funded single-payer health insurance system in Canada.
“Canadians often take great pride in their system of medicare.”
“While the Canada Health Act governs the standards, most citizens simply refer to the entire provincial insurance framework as medicare.”
Usage
Often written in lowercase in Canadian English when referring to the general system.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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