trauma centre
English
Alternative forms
- trauma center (US spelling)
Noun
trauma centre (plural trauma centres)
- (Britain) A specialized section of a hospital intended to treat suddenly occurring life-threatening injuries and medical conditions.
- (Canada) A type of hospital with a highly capable trauma department.
Synonyms
(part of a hospital):
- trauma department / traumatology / trauma
- emergency room / emergency department / E.R.
- casualty / casualty department
Coordinate terms
(type of hospital):
- general hospital