nursing

noun

nurs·​ing ˈnər-siŋ How to pronounce nursing (audio)
1
: the profession of a nurse
schools of nursing
2
: the duties of a nurse
proper nursing is difficult work

Examples of nursing in a Sentence

She has been employed in nursing for several years now.
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Many people experiencing homelessness are eligible for long-term care Medicaid benefits that will help pay for hospice in a nursing facility. Pilar Ingle, The Conversation, 7 Apr. 2025 Sabra Health Care focuses on skilled nursing/transitional care facilities, senior housing, behavioral health facilities and specialty hospitals. Michelle Fox, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2025 The governor’s office and proponents from Illinois’ community colleges say the proposal would allow more Illinoisans to access degrees in fields that could use more workers, such as nursing and cybersecurity. Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025 Work in the sector includes nursing, social assistance, jobs in private colleges and universities, as well as ambulatory services. Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for nursing

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1533, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of nursing was circa 1533

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“Nursing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nursing. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

Medical Definition

nursing

noun
nurs·​ing
1
: the profession of a nurse
schools of nursing
2
: the duties of a nurse
proper nursing is difficult work

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