Definition of Geriatric
Geriatric
ge·ri·at·ric
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
having to do with old people, and their healthcare in particular;
e.g. Because of her advanced age, she was advised to consult a geriatric specialist.
(adjective)
old or aging/aged;
e.g. A geriatric golden retriever who had been battling cancer for months.
(adjective)
outdated and old;
e.g. The incredible difference between the technology in geriatric airplane models versus the modern ones.
(noun)
an aged or old person;
e.g. The geriatrics of the family didn't think it was a good idea for Rory to go to graduate school and instead insisted that she should get married.
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