extramural
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ex·tra·mu·ral

adjective \-ˈmyr-əl\

Definition of EXTRAMURAL

1
: existing or functioning outside or beyond the walls, boundaries, or precincts of an organized unit (as a school or hospital)
2
chiefly British : of, relating to, or taking part in extension courses or facilities
ex·tra·mu·ral·ly \-ə-lē\ adverb

First Known Use of EXTRAMURAL

1854

Rhymes with EXTRAMURAL

ex·tra·mu·ral

adjective \-ˈmyr-əl\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of EXTRAMURAL

: existing or functioning outside or beyond the walls, boundaries, or precincts of an organized unit <extramural medical care provided by hospital personnel>
ex·tra·mu·ral·ly \-ə-lē\ (audio pronunciation) adverb

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