patient

/ˈpeɪʃənt/
noun
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Definition

1

a person who is receiving medical care

The patient was given medication to reduce the pain

2

a person who is able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or unpleasant situations without becoming annoyed or upset

She was a very patient person and never got angry

Synonyms

client case sufferer

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