1
: the profession of a nurse
schools of nursing
2
: the duties of a nurse
proper nursing is difficult work
Examples of nursing in a Sentence
She has been employed in nursing for several years now.
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In addition, people who are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition should use with caution.
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Erik S. Hanley, jsonline.com, 9 Dec. 2025
The researchers suggest that other professions marked by high public expectations—such as teaching, nursing, or religious work—might also benefit from rethinking how candidates are perceived and evaluated.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
In addition, people who are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition should use with caution.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 8 Dec. 2025
Rio is in stable condition and under 24-hour monitoring by the zoo's team, showing healthy early signs such as strong vocalization, effective nursing and steady weight gain.
—CBS News, 7 Dec. 2025
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“Nursing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nursing. Accessed 12 Dec. 2025.
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