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Definition & Meaning of "geriatric"in English

geriatric
01

concerning the physical, mental, or social aspects of aging 

Formal
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
relational
ungradable
Examples
The nursing home provides specialized care for geriatric patients. 
1.1

pertaining to the medical care or study of the elderly 

Examples
The geriatric ward specializes in treating age-related illnesses like osteoporosis and dementia. 
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