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department
NounSuffix

Definitions

  1. 1. department
  2. 2. section
  3. 3. course (of study)
  4. 4. (taxonomical) family
This noun suffix and standalone word refers to a department, section, or academic subject, such as a school subject or hospital department. In schools it indicates a subject like science or music, while in hospitals it refers to a ward or specialty. It is often seen as a suffix attached to a field name.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, ENT doctors are really that popular?

Sentence 2

I went to the ENT clinic in the evening and they'd already closed reception!

Sentence 3

Why is dermatology medication so expensive?

Sentence 4

She laughed and said, "The dermatologist's medicine is starting to work!"

Sentence 5

Um, can you walk into the ENT clinic without an appointment?