Word
nursing
Phoneticsnurs·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈnɝsɪŋ/
UK/nˈɜːsɪŋ/
Definitions
01the profession
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun Medicine
n. the job or profession of looking after people who are ill, injured, or old.
n. the profession or practice of providing medical care and support to patients, typically within a clinical or community setting.
日本語:看護※
“She decided to go into nursing because she wanted to help people in her community.”
“The hospital is currently facing a critical shortage of staff in the nursing department, leading to longer shifts for the remaining personnel.”
Synonyms
02breastfeeding
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of a mother feeding a baby with milk from her own body.
n. the act of suckling or breastfeeding an infant.
“The quiet room in the mall is designed for mothers who need a private space for nursing.”
“The midwife provided several helpful tips on comfortable positions for nursing during the first few weeks after the birth.”
Synonyms
03related to nurses
B1 · Intermediate Medicine
adj. describing things or people related to the job of a nurse.
adj. pertaining to the profession, duties, or education of nurses.
日本語:看護※
“He is a nursing student at the local university and works at the clinic on weekends.”
“The nursing staff held a meeting to discuss the implementation of the new patient safety protocols across all wards.”
04lactating
C1 · Advanced Science Technical
adj. describing a mother animal or person who is currently producing milk for her young.
adj. in the state of suckling young or producing milk; lactating.
“The nursing mother cat stayed close to her kittens to keep them warm and fed.”
“The nutritional requirements for nursing mammals are significantly higher than those for non-lactating adults of the same species.”
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “nursing” in context.
Verb
01. enter nursing
“She decided to enter nursing after volunteering at the local hospital for a summer.”
verb + noun
02. go into nursing
“Many students choose to go into nursing because they want a stable and rewarding career.”
verb + prep + noun
Adjective
03. district nursing
“District nursing services allow elderly patients to receive medical attention in their own homes.”
adj + noun
04. intensive nursing
“The patient required intensive nursing care following the complex heart surgery.”
adj + noun
Noun
05. nursing degree
“He is currently studying for a nursing degree at the University of Edinburgh.”
noun + noun
06. nursing home
“My grandmother moved into a nursing home where she could receive 24-hour assistance.”
noun + noun
07. nursing profession
“The nursing profession has faced many challenges during the recent global health crisis.”
noun + noun
08. shortage of nursing
“The hospital is struggling to cope with a critical shortage of nursing staff.”
noun + of + noun
Real-World Examples
“Galvez is now enrolled in community college studying nursing, and hopes to eventually become a mental health professional.” “Unlike paths of study that are highly directed toward particular jobs—such as nursing—studying science doesn't necessarily mean you'll end up working in a lab.” Word family
NOUN
- 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
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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