trauma centre

English

Alternative forms

trauma center (US spelling)

Noun

trauma centre (plural trauma centres)

(UK) A specialized section of a hospital intended to treat suddenly occurring life-threatening injuries and medical conditions.
(Canada) A type of hospital with a highly capable trauma department.

Synonyms

(part of a hospital):

trauma department / traumatology / trauma
emergency room / emergency department / E.R.
casualty / casualty department

Coordinate terms

(type of hospital):

general hospital

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