Ambulance

usgb/ˈæmbjələns/
noun

A vehicle equipped for taking sick or injured people to and from the hospital.

When he broke his leg, they called an ambulance to take him to hospital.
Visual representation of "ambulance" - A vehicle equipped for taking sick or injured people to and from the hospital.

Often appears as...

  • call an ambulance
  • ambulance service
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Emergency Only

An ambulance should be called exclusively for medical emergencies, not for non-urgent transportation.

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Don't call an ambulance for a minor injury; they're for critical conditions.
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Immediate Assistance

Ambulances are typically staffed with medical personnel who provide care on the way to the hospital.

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The ambulance crew administered first aid to stabilize her condition.
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Distinctive Sounds

Ambulances use sirens and lights to signal urgency and clear traffic, indicating a serious situation.

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The ambulance's siren blared as it rushed through the busy streets.
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