first aid

noun

: emergency care or treatment given to an ill or injured person before regular medical aid can be obtained

Examples of first aid in a Sentence

She gave him first aid for his sprained ankle.
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The deputies gave the man first aid and he was transported to an area hospital where he was listed in critical condition. Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2025 This year, Rigaud's group aims to expand offerings, with teens night on Fridays; kids’ camps; special events like yoga, concerts and jump rope; plus concessions, first aid and equipment rental from the Riverfront Rink building. Patricia Gallagher Newberry, The Enquirer, 3 July 2025 He was given emergency first aid at the scene by Oakland police officers before being taken to a hospital. Harry Harris, Mercury News, 3 July 2025 Ocean Rescue lifeguards gave the boy first aid, and paramedics took him to Broward Health Medical Center to be treated for minor injuries, Guzman said. David Goodhue july 3, Miami Herald, 3 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for first aid

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of first aid was in 1867

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“First aid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/first%20aid. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

first aid

noun
: emergency treatment given to an ill or injured person

Medical Definition

first aid

noun
: emergency care or treatment given to an ill or injured person before regular medical aid can be obtained

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