brancard

/brɑ̃kaʁ/

Definitions

1. noun

A stretcher or litter used for transporting the sick or injured, especially in a hospital or emergency medical situation.

“The paramedics carefully placed the patient on the brancard and began to transport her to the hospital.”

2. noun

A low, narrow bed or platform, especially one used for sleeping or as a daybed.

“The brancard in the attic was covered in old blankets and had a small pillow at one end.”

Synonyms

  • bed
  • cot
  • litter
  • stretcher

Antonyms

  • wheelchair