patients
|pa-tients|
A2
/ˈpeɪʃənts/
(patient)
enduring
Etymology
Etymology Information
'patients' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'patiens,' where 'pati' meant 'to suffer' or 'to endure.'
Historical Evolution
'patiens' changed from Old French word 'patient' and eventually became the modern English word 'patient,' with 'patients' as its plural form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person who suffers or endures,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person receiving medical care.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'patient'; people who are receiving medical care or treatment.
The patients are waiting to see the doctor.
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Last updated: 2025/08/08 07:12