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clin·i·cal [ klin-i-kuhl ]
Definitions related to clinical:
  • Having to do with the examination and treatment of patients.
    NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • Relating to the examination and treatment of patients dependent on direct observation. The term may also refer to the institution (clinic) providing this activity.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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