hospice

'hɒspis

Collins 1

n. a lodging for travelers (especially one kept by a monastic order)
n. a program of medical and emotional care for the terminally ill

n. 旅客住宿处, 收容所

Collins 星级

10,578

BNC 频率

10,316

使用频率

hospice 源于拉丁语 hospitum，意为“客人之处”，与 hospice 相关的词还有 hospital（医院），可以联想到提供照顾的地方。

例句

1. The hospice provides care for patients with terminal illnesses.

这家临终关怀机构为有绝症的患者提供护理。

2. Many families choose hospice services to support their loved ones in their final days.

许多家庭选择临终关怀服务，以支持他们的亲人在最后的日子里。

3. The staff at the hospice are trained to offer emotional support and comfort.

这家临终关怀机构的员工接受过提供情感支持和安慰的培训。