spital
Americannoun
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a hospital, especially one for lazars.
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a shelter on a highway.
noun
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a hospital, esp for the needy sick
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a highway shelter
Etymology
Origin of spital
1625–35; alteration of spittle, Middle English spitel < Medieval Latin hospitāle; see hospital
Example Sentences
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“We are still investigating and still pursuing leads,” Spital said Friday evening.
From Washington Post • Sep. 23, 2022
Representing himself, Webster, of Spital Lane in Chesterfield, said he was "very remorseful" for his "stupid" actions.
From BBC • Feb. 9, 2022
Board of Education, meanwhile, was “offensive and disturbing,” Spital said.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 7, 2021
Mr. Spital said his group would have to carefully assess its next moves and “think very carefully” before bringing new cases that, if defeated, could set damaging new precedents.
From New York Times • Jul. 2, 2021
The old stone grammar school in Spital Street was founded by Edward VI.
From What to See in England A Guide to Places of Historic Interest, Natural Beauty or Literary Association by Home, Gordon
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