icu

/ˈaɪsiːjuː/ or /ˈaɪkjʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A hospital department that provides intensive care for critically ill patients, typically in an enclosed room with advanced medical equipment.

“The patient was transferred to the ICU for close monitoring.”

2. abbreviation

Intensive Care Unit, a hospital department that provides intensive care for critically ill patients.

“The patient was admitted to the ICU overnight.”

Synonyms

  • critical care unit
  • intensive care department

Antonyms

  • recovery room