hospitalization

[hos-pi-tl-uh-zey-shuhn]

noun

1. the act, process, or state of being hospitalized.

2. the period during which a person is hospitalized.

   to extend one's hospitalization.

3. hospitalization insurance.

hospitalization

/ ˌhɒspɪtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən /

noun

1. the act or an instance of being hospitalized

2. the duration of a stay in a hospital

Other Word Forms

• dehospitalization noun
• rehospitalization noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of hospitalization¹

First recorded in 1905–10; hospitalize + -ation

Example Sentences

The federal safety enforcer requires employers to immediately report only incidents of lost limbs or eyes, inpatient hospitalization or death.

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Every few months, Samantha said, Elijah experiences severe seizures that can last up to 90 minutes and require hospitalization.

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"That's going to mean more infections, more hospitalizations, more disability and more death," he said.

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Buchanan said the worker was assessed and treated at the scene and did not require immediate hospitalization.

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“Vaccination is considered one of public health’s greatest achievements, preventing the spread of serious illnesses, reducing hospitalizations and saving lives,” the statement said.

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