nursing
- 01 B1 Intermediate
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.
Simple“She decided to go into nursing because she wanted to help people in her community.”
In context“The hospital is currently facing a critical shortage of staff in the nursing department, leading to longer shifts for the remaining personnel.”
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the act of a mother feeding a baby with milk from her own body.
n.the act of suckling or breastfeeding an infant.
Simple“The quiet room in the mall is designed for mothers who need a private space for nursing.”
In context“The midwife provided several helpful tips on comfortable positions for nursing during the first few weeks after the birth.”
Synonyms - 03 B1 Intermediate
adj.describing things or people related to the job of a nurse.
adj.pertaining to the profession, duties, or education of nurses.
Simple“He is a nursing student at the local university and works at the clinic on weekends.”
In context“The nursing staff held a meeting to discuss the implementation of the new patient safety protocols across all wards.”
- 04 C1 Advanced
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.
Simple“The nursing mother cat stayed close to her kittens to keep them warm and fed.”
In context“The nutritional requirements for nursing mammals are significantly higher than those for non-lactating adults of the same species.”
Synonyms
“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.”