What does "first aid" mean?

Basic medical care that is administered to a victim of an injury, usually where the injury is slight or where better care is unavailable.

First aid

Q: What is a synonym for "first aid"?

Common synonyms include: cure, educational, emergency, emergency care, emergency kit, first aid item.

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Noun

1
Basic medical care that is administered to a victim of an injury, usually where the injury is slight or where better care is unavailable. uncountable
"He slipped and fell under the wagon's wheels, losing his left leg. His presence of mind was quite amazing. The report notes that Webb's knowledge of first aid probably saved his life, and he was able to instruct others who came to help him."
2
emergency care given before regular medical aid can be obtained wordnet

Synonyms

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cure educational emergency emergency care emergency kit first aid item

Antonyms

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clinical disorganization neglect no care

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"He slipped and fell under the wagon's wheels, losing his left leg. His presence of mind was quite amazing. The report notes that Webb's knowledge of first aid probably saved his life, and he was able to instruct others who came to help him."

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