plural infirmaries
Definition of infirmary
1
: a place (as in a school or prison) where sick or injured individuals receive care and treatment
2
: a large medical facility : hospital
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
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The first known use of infirmary was in the 15th century
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