Sickroom: meaning, definitions and examples

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sickroom

[ ˈsɪkruːm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical setting

A sickroom is a room in a house or a hospital where a person who is ill can rest and receive care. It is often equipped with essential medical supplies and furniture that facilitate the patient's recovery. Sickrooms are usually quiet, clean, and comfortable to promote healing and recovery. They may also provide a space for caregivers or family members to assist the patient. Sickrooms can vary in size and amenities based on the severity of the illness and the level of care required.

Synonyms

care room, hospital room, patient room.

Examples of usage

  • The sickroom was equipped with all the necessary medical supplies.
  • She spent weeks recovering in the sickroom after her surgery.
  • The hospital's sickroom was designed for maximum comfort.
  • Family members were allowed to visit the sickroom during designated hours.

Translations

Translations of the word "sickroom" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sala de doentes

🇮🇳 बीमार कमरे

🇩🇪 Krankenraum

🇮🇩 ruang sakit

🇺🇦 палата хворих

🇵🇱 sala chorych

🇯🇵 病室

🇫🇷 chambre des malades

🇪🇸 sala de enfermos

🇹🇷 hasta odası

🇰🇷 병실

🇸🇦 غرفة المرضى

🇨🇿 nemocniční pokoj

🇸🇰 izba pre chorých

🇨🇳 病房

🇸🇮 sobana za bolnike

🇮🇸 sjúkrastofa

🇰🇿 науқастар бөлмесі

🇬🇪 ავადმყოფთა ოთახი

🇦🇿 xəstəxana otağı

🇲🇽 sala de enfermos

Etymology

The term 'sickroom' combines the word 'sick,' derived from Old English 'sēoc,' meaning unwell or ill, and 'room,' which originates from the Old English 'rum,' referring to a space or area. The concept of a dedicated space for the care of the sick dates back to ancient cultures, where separate areas were established in homes or health facilities to isolate and support ill individuals. The establishment of sickrooms became more prominent with the evolution of medical care and hospital design in the 19th century. As medical understanding improved, sickrooms were increasingly tailored to provide comfort and promote healing, incorporating the best practices of hygiene and patient care.