American English

How to pronounce healthcare

nounB1
HEHLTHkair

/ˈhɛlθˌkɛɹ/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

Medical care and services that prevent illness, find health problems, and treat people who are sick or injured.

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Meanings & examples

noun

Medical care and services that prevent illness, find health problems, and treat people who are sick or injured.

Many people cannot afford private healthcare.

The country is trying to improve healthcare for older adults.

Common phrases & grammar

affordable healthcare · access to healthcare · healthcare system · healthcare costs

get/receive healthcare

healthcare for + person or group

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