Hospitalization Meaning
/ˌhɒs.pɪ.tə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃn̩/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe hospitalizing of a patient, the condition of being hospitalized, or the period a patient stays in hospital.
nounInsurance that pays a patient's expenses.
Sentence Examples
Tom was beaten by his father to the point of needing hospitalization.
I neglected to bring my proof of hospitalization.
CEFR Practice Quiz
His injury required a week of ____ for recovery.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The insurance policy covers the costs associated with any required ____ or surgery.
Word Origin & History
From hospitalize + -ation. Piecewise doublet of hotelization.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His injury required a week of ____ for recovery.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The insurance policy covers the costs associated with any required ____ or surgery.