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ambulatory

 

[ ˈæmb.jʊ.lə.tɔːr.i ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

healthcare, movement

Ambulatory refers to the ability to walk or move around, especially in the context of patients who are able to leave their beds and engage in physical activity. It can also describe healthcare settings where patients do not require admission to a hospital and can be treated on an outpatient basis.

Synonyms

capable, mobile, walking

Examples of usage

  • The patient was classified as ambulatory after the surgery.
  • Ambulatory care services are essential for many chronic conditions.
  • He moved from a wheelchair to being ambulatory after rehabilitation.

Translations

Translations of the word "ambulatory" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ambulatório

🇮🇳 चलने योग्य

🇩🇪 ambulant

🇮🇩 berjalan

🇺🇦 амбулаторний

🇵🇱 ambulatoryjny

🇯🇵 外来の

🇫🇷 ambulatoire

🇪🇸 ambulatorio

🇹🇷 ayakta

🇰🇷 외래의

🇸🇦 خارجية

🇨🇿 ambulantní

🇸🇰 ambulantný

🇨🇳 门诊的

🇸🇮 ambulantni

🇮🇸 sóttgöngudeild

🇰🇿 амбулаторлық

🇬🇪 ამბულატორიული

🇦🇿 ambulatoriya

🇲🇽 ambulatorio

Etymology

The term 'ambulatory' originates from the Latin word 'ambulans', which means 'walking' or 'to walk'. This Latin root is derived from 'ambulare', meaning 'to walk around'. The word entered the English language in the late 17th century, originally used in medical contexts to describe the ability of patients to walk and move freely, which was a significant factor in their recovery process. Over time, the meaning has expanded to include various health-related contexts, such as ambulatory care, which focuses on outpatient care and services that do not require hospitalization. The evolution of the term reflects advances in medical care, particularly in promoting mobility as a crucial aspect of patient recovery and healthcare delivery.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,469, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.