licensed practical nurse
noun
a person who has graduated from an accredited school of nursing and has become licensed to provide basic nursing care under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse. Abbreviation: LPN
Origin of licensed practical nurse
First recorded in 1950–55
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licensed practical nurse
[lī′sənst]
n.
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