sickbay
|sick/bay|
B2
/ˈsɪkˌbeɪ/
medical treatment area
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sickbay' originates from the English words 'sick' and 'bay', where 'sick' meant 'ill' and 'bay' referred to a compartment or area.
Historical Evolution
'sickbay' was formed by combining 'sick' and 'bay' in English, and it has retained its meaning related to medical treatment areas.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a place for the sick', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/22 15:35