Hospital (noun)

1. An institution providing medical and surgical treatment and nursing care for sick or injured people.
2. A similar institution providing care for people with mental disorders.

Origin:

Mid 16th century (in the sense "place where guests are received"): from french hôpital, from latin hospitale "guesthouse," originally "place where strangers are received," from hospes, hospit- "guest, host".

Examples:

1. My father was in the hospital for a week after his heart attack.
2. I went to the hospital to have my broken arm checked out.
3. The hospital staff were very helpful and attentive.
4. There"s a children"s hospital nearby that specializes in pediatric care.
5. The hospital is equipped with the latest medical technology.