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Meaning of Makeshift hospital

In simple words: A temporary hospital set up quickly in an emergency.

Makeshift hospital in a sentence

  • The city set up a **makeshift hospital** after the earthquake.
  • Doctors worked day and night in the **makeshift hospital** to help the injured.
  • In war zones, **makeshift hospitals** often save lives.

How to use Makeshift hospital

Used in emergencies, like disasters or war. Avoid in formal health discussions.

Grammar pattern

makeshift + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'make-shift' as making something quickly with what you have.

Related words

Collocations with Makeshift hospital

  • set up a makeshift hospital
  • field makeshift hospital
  • makeshift hospital staff

Synonyms for Makeshift hospital

  • temporary hospital
  • emergency clinic
  • field hospital
  • improvised hospital

Opposites of Makeshift hospital

  • permanent hospital
  • established hospital
  • standard hospital

Common mistakes with Makeshift hospital

  • Confused with 'temporary hospital' which may imply a longer setup time.
  • Misused in casual contexts where 'clinic' would be suitable.
  • Assuming it's of lower quality; it can be well-equipped.

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Frequently asked questions about Makeshift hospital

What does Makeshift hospital mean?

A temporary hospital set up quickly in an emergency.

What is the definition of Makeshift hospital?

A temporary medical facility established in emergencies.

How do you use Makeshift hospital in a sentence?

The city set up a **makeshift hospital** after the earthquake.

Can you give another example of Makeshift hospital?

Doctors worked day and night in the **makeshift hospital** to help the injured.

What are synonyms for Makeshift hospital?

Common alternatives include temporary hospital, emergency clinic, field hospital, improvised hospital.

What is the opposite of Makeshift hospital?

Opposite meanings include permanent hospital, established hospital, standard hospital.

What words go with Makeshift hospital?

It commonly pairs with set up a makeshift hospital, field makeshift hospital, makeshift hospital staff.

What are common mistakes when using Makeshift hospital?

Confused with 'temporary hospital' which may imply a longer setup time. Misused in casual contexts where 'clinic' would be suitable. Assuming it's of lower quality; it can be well-equipped.

How do you pronounce Makeshift hospital?

US: //ˈmeɪkʃɪft ˈhɑːspɪtəl//, UK: //ˈmeɪkʃɪft ˈhɒspɪtəl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Makeshift hospital?

Used in emergencies, like disasters or war. Avoid in formal health discussions.