Meaning Of The Word Patient

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What's The Definition Of Patient?

patient in American English
bearing or enduring pain, trouble, etc. without complaining or losing self-control
adjective: bearing provocation, annoyance, misfortune, delay, hardship, pain, etc., with fortitude and calm and without complaint, anger, or the like
noun: a person who is under medical care or treatment

patient in British English
adjective: enduring trying circumstances with even temper
noun: a person who is receiving medical care

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