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Definition clinical in British English

clinical adjective

adjective
/ˈklɪnɪk(ə)l/
1

involving working with people who are ill, rather than in a laboratory

Example

Undergraduate training is divided between study and clinical practice.

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1.1

relating to an illness

Example

They may be unaware that they have any clinical symptoms.

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2

not showing any excitement or emotion

Example

He told us the story in a cold and clinical manner.

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3

very skilful and effective

Example

They played some excellent football and their passing was clinical.

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Definition clinical in British English