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Definition the NHS in British English

the NHS

/ˌen eɪtʃ ˈes/
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the National Health Service: in the UK, a system that provides free medical care and is paid for through taxes

Example

These measures would cost the NHS £1 billion.

Example

NHS consultants/staff/patients

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Definition the NHS in British English