hospice

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Singular
hospice

Plural
hospices

hospice (plural hospices)

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  1. (dated) A lodging for pilgrims or the destitute, normally provided by a monastic order.
  2. A facility for the terminally ill that emphasizes pain control and emotional support for the patient and family, typically refraining from taking extraordinary measures to prolong life.
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