first aid
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noun
emergency aid or treatment given to someone injured, suddenly ill, etc., before regular medical services arrive or can be reached.
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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First recorded in 1880–85
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British Dictionary definitions for first aid
first aid
noun
- immediate medical assistance given in an emergency
- (as modifier)first-aid box
(in Barbados) a small shop that sells domestic items after hours
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Medical definitions for first aid
first aid
n.
Emergency treatment administered to an injured or sick person before professional medical care is available.
Other words from first aid
first′-aid′ adj.The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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