ambulatory
1 synonym for ambulatory, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — In medicine, able to walk, or provided without an overnight stay — as in ambulatory care.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use ambulatory
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ambulatory care
ambulatory surgery
fully ambulatory
Etymology
From Latin "ambulare," to walk.
Full origin of ambulatory →Frequently asked questions
What does ambulatory mean in medicine?
Two related things: a patient who is able to walk, and care delivered without an overnight admission. An ambulatory surgery centre treats people who go home the same day.
What is ambulatory care?
Medical care given without admitting the patient to a hospital bed — outpatient clinics, day surgery, diagnostics and routine treatment.
