Definition of "nurse"

Kid-friendly meaning of nurse, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "nurse" mean?

nurse (noun) — a person who takes care of sick or hurt people.

Part of speechNoun Syllables1 (nurse)

Example sentences using "nurse"

Grade K–2
The nurse is kind.
Grade 3–5
The school nurse gave him a bandage and told him to take it easy for the day.
Grade 6–8
Nurses spend significantly more time with patients than doctors do, often catching symptoms and changes that no fifteen-minute check-in by a physician could possibly notice.

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