Definition

A vehicle designed to carry people who are sick or hurt to a hospital or medical facility.

Example

The ambulance arrived quickly to take the injured person to the hospital.

Conversation

Did you hear that loud siren earlier?

Yeah, I think it was an ambulance rushing to an emergency.

I hope everyone is okay and that the ambulance gets there in time.

Me too! Those situations are always so scary.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ambulance → It is formed from "ambulare" (meaning to walk or move) and the suffix "-ance" (indicating a state or condition). The word "ambulance" refers to a vehicle designed to move patients who are in need of medical care.

Memory Tip

Think of 'walking' or 'moving' ('ambulare') to remember that an ambulance is a vehicle that moves people in need of medical assistance.

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