self-pay
|self-pay|
B2
/sɛlf-peɪ/
direct payment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-pay' originates from the combination of 'self,' meaning 'one's own,' and 'pay,' meaning 'to give money in exchange for goods or services.'
Historical Evolution
'self-pay' evolved from the concept of individuals directly paying for services without third-party assistance.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any form of direct payment, but now it is often used in the context of healthcare and services.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to a situation where an individual pays for services or goods without insurance or external financial assistance.
The clinic offers a discount for self-pay patients.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35