patient

US /ˈpeʃənt/

UK /'peɪʃnt/

A2

adjective

  • Not getting annoyed when things take a long time
  • Bearing or enduring pain or trials without complaint; exhibiting forbearance.
  • Having or showing an ability to wait without complaining.
  • Bearing or enduring pain, trials, or annoyance without complaint.

noun

  • Person who receives medical treatment or care
  • A person receiving or registered to receive medical treatment.
  • A person receiving or registered to receive medical treatment.