#work activity directed toward making or doing something; "she checked several points needing further work"
supertype: #activity any specific activity or pursuit; "they avoided all recreational activity"
subtype: #lavation__wash__washing the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water)
subtype: #ablution__washup__bathing the act of washing yourself (or another person)
subtype: #shower_bath__shower washing yourself in a shower; you stand upright under water sprayed from a nozzle; "he took a shower after the game"
subtype: #bath you soak your body in a bathtub; "he has a good bath every morning"
subtype: #bubble_bath a bath in which you add something to foam and scent the bath water
subtype: #mud_bath__mudbath a bath in warm mud (as for treating rheumatism)
subtype: #sponge_bath you wash your body with a sponge or washcloth instead of in a bathtub
subtype: #steam_bath__steambath__Turkish_bath__vapor_bath__vaporbath__vapour_bath you sweat in a steam room before getting a rubdown and cold shower
subtype: #dishwashing the act of washing dishes
subtype: #washing-up__washingup the washing of dishes etc after a meal
subtype: #window-washing the activity of washing windows
subtype: #rinse washing lightly without soap
subtype: #soak__soaking washing something by allowing it to soak
subtype: #laundering washing clothes and bed linens
subtype: #job.work a damaging piece of work: "dry rot did the job of destroying the barn"; "the barber did a real job on my hair"
subtype: #job the performance of a piece of work; "she did an outstanding job as Ophelia"; "he gave it up as a bad job"
subtype: #operation.work__procedure a process or series of acts especially of a practical or mechanical nature involved in a particular form of work: "the operations in building a house"; "certain machine tool operations"
subtype: #service work done by one person or group that benefits another; "budget separately for goods and services"
subtype: #facility.service a service that an organization or a piece of equipment offers you; "a cell phone with internet facility"
subtype: #utility the service provided by a utility company; "the cost of utilities never decreases"
subtype: #shining__polishing the work of making something shine by polishing it; "the shining of shoes provided a meager living"
subtype: #shoeshine the act of shining shoes; "he charged a dollar for a shoeshine"
subtype: #heavy_lifting__heavylifting (informal) difficult work; "the boss hoped the plan would succeed but he wasn't willing to do the heavy lifting"
subtype: #housewifery the work of a housewife
subtype: #housework__housekeeping the work of cleaning and running a house
subtype: #ironing the work of ironing washed clothes
subtype: #busywork__make-work active work of little value; "while he was waiting he filled the days with busywork"
subtype: #logging the work of cutting down trees for timber
subtype: #loose_end__looseend__unfinished_business work that is left incomplete
subtype: #nightwork work to be done at night
subtype: #paperwork work that involves handling papers: forms or letters or reports etc.
subtype: #welfare_work__welfarework__social_service an organized activity to improve the condition of disadvantaged people in society
subtype: #social_work any of various services designed to aid the poor and aged and to increase the welfare of children
subtype: #casework close sociological study of a maladjusted person or family for diagnosis and treatment
subtype: #toil__labor__labour productive work (especially physical work done for wages); "his labor did not require a great deal of skill"
subtype: #roping capturing cattle or horses with a lasso
subtype: #calf_roping capturing a calf with a lasso and binding its feet
subtype: #steer_roping__steerroping capturing a steer with a lasso
subtype: #corvee unpaid labor (as for the maintenance of roads) required by a lord of his vassals in lieu of taxes
subtype: #drudgery__plodding__grind__donkeywork hard monotonous routine work
subtype: #elbow_grease__elbowgrease__effort__exertion__travail__sweat use of physical or mental energy; hard work; "he got an A for effort"; "they managed only with great exertion"
subtype: #struggle strenuous effort; "the struggle to get through the crowd exhausted her"
subtype: #wrestle__wrestling__grapple__grappling__hand-to-hand_struggle the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat; "they had a fierce wrestle"; "we watched his grappling and wrestling with the bully"
subtype: #trouble.elbow_grease an effort that is inconvenient; "I went to a lot of trouble"; "he won without any trouble"; "had difficulty walking"; "finished the test only with great difficulty"
subtype: #least_effort__leasteffort__leastresistance the least effortful way to do something
subtype: #straining__strain an intense or violent exertion
subtype: #physical_exercise__exercise__exercising__physical_exertion__workout the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit; "the doctor recommended regular exercise"; "he did some exercising"; "the physical exertion required by his work kept him fit"
subtype: #kick_up raising the feet backward with the hands on the ground; a first movement in doing a handstand
subtype: #conditioner exercise that conditions the body; "farmwork can be a good conditioner"
subtype: #exercise_set__set several exercises intended to be done in series; "he did four sets of the incline bench press"
subtype: #aerobics__aerobic_exercise__aerobicexercise exercise that increases the need for oxygen
subtype: #bodybuilding__anaerobic_exercise__anaerobicexercise__musclebuilding exercise that builds muscles through tension
subtype: #weightlifting exercise by lifting weights
subtype: #bench_press__benchpres a weightlifting exercise in which you lie on your back on a bench and press weights upward
subtype: #incline_bench_press__inclinebenchpres a bench press performed on an inclined bench
subtype: #clean_and_jerk__cleanandjerk__clean a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then jerked overhead
subtype: #military_press__press__pres a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then smoothly lifted overhead
subtype: #snatch a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted overhead in one rapid motion
subtype: #weight_gaining bodybuilding that increases muscle mass and body weight
subtype: #calisthenics__callisthenics__callisthenic__calisthenic_exercise__calisthenicexercise__callisthenic_exercise light exercise designed to promote general fitness
subtype: #isometrics__isometric_exercise__isometricexercise muscle-building exercises involving muscular contractions against resistance without movement (the length of the muscle does not change)
subtype: #isotonic_exercise exercise in which opposing muscles contract and there is controlled movement (the length of the muscles changes)
subtype: #jogging running at a jog trot as a form of exercise
subtype: #Kegel_exercises__pubococcygeus_exercises__pubococcygeusexercise exercises for women designed to improve the ability to hold urine
subtype: #stretch.physical_exercise__stretching exercise designed to extend the limbs and muscles to their full extent
subtype: #pandiculation yawning and stretching (as when first waking up)
subtype: #arm_exercise__armexercise exercise designed to strengthen the arm muscles
subtype: #pushup__press-up__pressup an arm exercise performed lying face to the floor and pushing the body up and down with the arms
subtype: #widegrip_pushup a pushup with the arms widely separated
subtype: #chin-up an arm exercise performed by pulling yourself up on a horizontal bar until your chin is level with the bar
subtype: #back_exercise exercise designed to strengthen the back muscles
subtype: #leg_exercise__legexercise exercise designed to strengthen the leg muscles
subtype: #squat__squatting exercising by repeatedly assuming a squatting position; strengthens the leg muscles
subtype: #leg_curl__legcurl__leg_curling__legcurling an exercise designed to strength the flexor muscles of the leg
subtype: #leg_extensor__legextensor an exercise designed to strengthen the extensor muscles of the leg
subtype: #neck_exercise exercise designed to strengthen the neck muscles
subtype: #stomach_exercise__stomachexercise exercise designed to strengthen the abdominal muscles
subtype: #yoga a course of related exercises and postures intended to promote control of the body and mind and to attain physical and spiritual wellbeing
subtype: #pull a sustained effort; "it was a long pull but we made it"
subtype: #application.elbow_grease__diligence a diligent effort; "it is a job requiring serious application"
subtype: #overkill any effort that seems to go farther than would be necessary to achieve its goal
subtype: #supererogation an effort above and beyond the call of duty
subtype: #overexertion the exertion of so much effort that discomfort or injury results
subtype: #detrition__friction__rubbing effort expended in rubbing one object against another
subtype: #attrition the act of rubbing together; wearing something down by friction
subtype: #hunting__hunt the work of finding and killing or capturing animals for food or pelts
subtype: #still_hunt__stillhunt__stalk__stalking a hunt for game carried on by stalking or waiting in ambush
subtype: #deerstalking stalking deer
subtype: #birdnesting hunting for birds' nests to get the eggs
subtype: #predation the act of preying by a predator who kills and eats the prey
subtype: #hackwork professional work done according to formula
subtype: #haymaking cutting grass and curing it to make hay
subtype: #manual_labor__manual_labour labor done with the hands
subtype: #application__coating__covering the work of applying something; "the doctor prescribed a topical application of iodine"; "a complete bleach requires several applications"; "the surface was ready for a coating of paint";
subtype: #anointing__anointment the act of applying oil or an oily liquid
subtype: #inunction__unction anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual
subtype: #fumigation the application of a gas or smoke to something for the purpose of disinfecting it
subtype: #lubrication an application of a lubricant to something
subtype: #paving__pavage the act of applying paving materials to an area
subtype: #painting the act of applying paint to a surface; "you can finish the job of painting faster with a roller than with a brush"
subtype: #spray_painting__spraypainting applying paint with a sprayer
subtype: #spatter__spattering__splash__splashing__splattering the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface
subtype: #finger_painting painting by using the fingers to spread the paint
subtype: #spraying the application of a liquid in the form of small particles ejected from a sprayer
subtype: #spray_painting__spraypainting applying paint with a sprayer
subtype: #tin-plating__tinplating__tinning the application of a protective layer of tin
subtype: #tinning the application of a thin layer of soft solder to the ends of wires before soldering them; "careful tinning of the ends of wires results in a better joint when you solder them"
subtype: #papering__paperhanging the application of wallpaper
subtype: #plastering__daubing the application of plaster
subtype: #pargeting__pargetting ornamental plastering
subtype: #plating the application of a thin coat of metal (as by electrolysis)
subtype: #scumble the application of very thin coat of color over the surface of a picture
subtype: #tiling the application of tiles to cover a surface
subtype: #waxing the application of wax to a surface
subtype: #lining.application__facing providing something with a surface of a different material
subtype: #babbitting lining a surface or bearing with babbitt metal
subtype: #bodywork the work of making or repairing vehicle bodies
subtype: #handling manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something
subtype: #materials_handling__materialshandling act of loading and unloading and moving goods within e.g. a factory especially using mechanical devices
subtype: #loading the labor of loading something; "the loading took 2 hours"
subtype: #unloading the labor of unloading something
subtype: #picking the act of picking (crops or fruit or hops etc.)
subtype: #planking the work of covering an area with planks
subtype: #wiring the work of installing the wires for an electrical system or device
subtype: #overwork__overworking the act working too much or too long; "he became ill from overwork"
subtype: #slavery.toil work done under harsh conditions for little or no pay
subtype: #subbing working as a substitute for someone who is ill or on leave of absence
subtype: #investigating__investigation the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically
subtype: #research systematic investigation to establish facts
subtype: #operations_research research designed to determine most efficient way to do something
subtype: #field_work__fieldwork an investigation carried out in the field rather than in a laboratory or headquarters
subtype: #marketing_research__marketingresearch__market_research research that gathers and analyzes information about the moving of good or services from producer to consumer
subtype: #market_analysis marketing research that yields information about the marketplace
subtype: #product_research__productresearch marketing research that yields information about desired characteristics of the product or service
subtype: #consumer_research marketing research that yields information about the motives and needs of different classes of consumers
subtype: #microscopy research with the use of microscopes
subtype: #electron_microscopy microscopy with the use of electron microscopes
subtype: #dark_ground_illumination__dark_field_illumination a form of microscopic examination of living material by scattered light; specimens appear luminous against a dark background
subtype: #fluorescence_microscopy light microscopy in which the specimen is irradiated at wavelengths that excite fluorochromes
subtype: #indirect_immunofluorescence a method of using fluorescence microscopy to detect the presence of an antigen indirectly
subtype: #probe an investigation conducted using a probe instrument
subtype: #scientific_research__research_project research into questions posed by scientific theories and hypotheses
subtype: #big_science__bigscience scientific research that requires massive capital investment but is expected to yield very significant results
subtype: #experiment.scientific_research__experimentation the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation
subtype: #testing the act of subjecting to experimental test in order to determine how well something works; "they agreed to end the testing of atomic weapons"
subtype: #trial_and_error__trialanderror experimenting until a solution is found
subtype: #Michelson-Morey_experiment a celebrated experiment conducted by Albert Michelson and Edward Morley; their failure to detect any influence of the earth's motion on the velocity of light was the starting point for Einstein's theory of relativity
subtype: #control_experiment__controlexperiment an experiment designed to control for variables affecting the results of another experiment
subtype: #Human_Genome_Project an international study of the entire human genetic material
subtype: #examination__testing the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned
subtype: #eleven-plus__11-plus (formerly in England) an examination taken by 11 and 12 year old students to select suitable candidates for grammar school
subtype: #search.investigating an investigation seeking answers; "a thorough search of the ledgers revealed nothing" or "the outcome justified the search"
subtype: #inquiry__enquiry a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest
subtype: #means_test__meanstest an inquiry into the financial position of someone applying for financial aid
subtype: #inquest an inquiry into the cause of an unexpected death
subtype: #examination.investigating__inspection__scrutiny the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
subtype: #autopsy__necropsy__postmortem__PM__postmortem_examination an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease
subtype: #check-out_procedure__checkoutprocedure__check__checkout the act of inspecting or verifying; "they made a check of their equipment"; "the pilot ran through the check-out procedure"
subtype: #medical_checkup__medicalcheckup__checkup__medical_examination__medicalexamination__medical_exam__medicalexam__medical__health_check a thorough physical examination; includes a variety of tests depending on the age and sex and health of the person
subtype: #comparing__comparison examining resemblances or differences
subtype: #likening the act of comparing similarities
subtype: #analogy drawing a comparison in order to show a similarity in some respect; "the operation of a computer presents and interesting analogy to the working of the brain"; "the models show by analogy how matter is built up"
subtype: #collation careful examination and comparison to note points of disagreement
subtype: #contrast the act of distinguishing by comparing differences
subtype: #fine-toothed_comb a method of examining in minute detail; "he went over the contract with a fine-toothed comb looking for loopholes"
subtype: #follow-up__reexamination__review a second (or subsequent) examination
subtype: #going-over__goingover a careful and thorough inspection
subtype: #once-over__look-over a swift cursory examination or inspection; "I gave him the once-over"
subtype: #palpation__tactual_exploration__tactualexploration a method of examination in which the examiner feels the size or shape or firmness or location of something (of body parts when the examiner is a health professional)
subtype: #ballottement a palpatory technique for feeling a floating object in the body (especially for determining the position of a fetus by feeling the rebound of the fetus after a quick digital tap on the wall of the uterus)
subtype: #endoscopy visual examination of the interior of a hollow body organ by use of an endoscope
subtype: #celioscopy endoscopic examination of the abdomen through the abdominal wall
subtype: #colonoscopy visual examination of the colon (with a colonoscope) from the cecum to the rectum; requires sedation
subtype: #culdoscopy endoscopic examination of a woman's pelvic organs by the insertion of a culdoscope through the vagina
subtype: #gastroscopy visual examination of the stomach by means of a gastroscope inserted through the esophagus
subtype: #hysteroscopy visual examination of the uterus and uterine lining using an endoscope inserted through the vagina
subtype: #proctoscopy visual examination of the rectum and the end of the colon by means of a proctoscope
subtype: #flexible_sigmoidoscopy__sigmoidoscopy visual examination (with a sigmoidoscope) of the lower third of the colon in a search for polyps
subtype: #keratoscopy examination of the cornea with a keratoscope to detect irregularities in its anterior surface
subtype: #rhinoscopy examination of the nasal passages (either through the anterior nares or with a rhinoscope through the nasopharynx)
subtype: #scan the act of scanning; systematic examination of a prescribed region; "he made a thorough scan of the beach with his binoculars"
subtype: #search.examination boarding and inspecting a ship on the high seas; "right of search"
subtype: #survey__study a detailed critical inspection
subtype: #resurvey a new survey or study
subtype: #testing.examination an examination of the characteristics of something; "there are laboratories for commercial testing"; "it involved testing thousands of children for smallpox"
subtype: #screening testing objects or persons in order to identify those with particular characteristics
subtype: #genetic_screening__geneticscreening analyzing a group of people to determine genetic susceptibility to a particular disease; "genetic screening of infants for phenylketonuria"
subtype: #time-and-motion_study__time-motion_study__motion_study__time_study__work_study an analysis of a specific job in an effort to find the most efficient method in terms of time and effort
subtype: #inspection__review a formal or official examination; "the platoon stood ready for inspection"
subtype: #bank_examination an examination of the affairs and records of a bank by a state or federal bank examiner
subtype: #analysis an investigation of the component parts of a whole
subtype: #anatomy a detailed analysis; "he studied the anatomy of crimes"
subtype: #case_study a detailed analysis of a person or group from a social or psychological or medical point of view
subtype: #chemical_analysis__qualitative_analysis the act of decomposing a substance into its constituent elements
subtype: #urinalysis__uranalysis the chemical analysis of urine (for medical diagnosis)
subtype: #scatology the chemical analysis of excrement (for medical diagnosis or for paleontological purposes)
subtype: #polarography an electrochemical method of chemical analysis
subtype: #quantitative_analysis__quantitative_chemical_analysis chemical analysis to determine the amounts of each element in the substance
subtype: #colorimetry__colorimetric_analysis quantitative chemical analysis by color using a colorimeter
subtype: #volumetric_analysis quantitative analysis by the use of definite volumes of standard solutions or reagents
subtype: #acidimetry volumetric analysis using standard solutions of acids to measure the amount of a base present
subtype: #alkalimetry volumetric analysis using standard solutions of alkali to measure the amount of acid present
subtype: #titration a measured amount of a solution of unknown concentration is added to a known volume of a second solution until the reaction between them is just complete; the concentration of the unknown solution (the titer) can them be calculated
subtype: #volumetric_analysis.quantitative_analysis__volumetricanalysi determination of the volume of gases (or changes in their volume) during combination
subtype: #gravimetric_analysis quantitative analysis by weight
subtype: #spectroscopy__spectrometry__spectroscopic_analysis__spectrum_analysis__spectrographic_analysis the use of spectroscopes to analyze spectra
subtype: #mass_spectroscopy the use of spectroscopy to determine the masses of small electrically charged particles
subtype: #microwave_spectroscopy__microwavespectroscopy the use of spectroscopy to study atomic or molecular resonances in the microwave spectrum
subtype: #electron_spin_resonance__ESR__electron_paramagnetic_resonance microwave spectroscopy in which there is resonant absorption of radiation by a paramagnet
subtype: #dialysis separation of substances in solution my means of their unequal diffusion through semipermeable membranes
subtype: #apheresis__apheresi__pheresis a procedure in which blood is drawn and separated into its components by dialysis; some are retained and the rest are returned to the donor by transfusion
subtype: #plasmapheresis plasma is separated from whole blood and the rest is returned to the donor
subtype: #plateletpheresis platelets are separated from whole blood and the rest is returned to the donor
subtype: #hemodialysis__haemodialysis__haemodialysi dialysis of the blood to remove toxic substances or metabolic wastes from the bloodstream; used in the case of kidney failure
subtype: #dating use of chemical analysis to estimate the age of geological specimens
subtype: #radiocarbon_dating__radiocarbondating__carbon_dating__carbon-14_dating a chemical analysis used to determine the age of organic materials based on their content of the radioisotope carbon-14; believed to be reliable up to 40,000 years
subtype: #rubidium-strontium_dating a method of dating based on the decay of rubidium-87 into the stable isotope strontium-87; rubidium-87 has a half-life of 47,000,000,000 years
subtype: #cost_analysis breaking down the costs of some operation and reporting on each factor separately
subtype: #dissection.analysis detailed part-by-part critical analysis or examination as of a literary work
subtype: #counting__count__numeration__enumeration__reckoning__tally the act of counting; "the counting continued for several hours"
subtype: #blood_count__bloodcount the act of estimating the number of red and white corpuscles in a blood sample
subtype: #complete_blood_count__CBC__blood_profile__bloodprofile counting the number of white and red blood cells and the number of platelets in 1 cubic millimeter of blood
subtype: #differential_blood_count counting the number of specific types of white blood cells found in 1 cubic millimeter of blood; may be included as part of a complete blood count
subtype: #census__nosecount a period count of the population
subtype: #countdown counting backward from an arbitrary number to indicate the time remaining before some event (such as launching a space vehicle)
subtype: #miscount an inaccurate count
subtype: #poll the counting of votes (as in an election)
subtype: #recount an additional (usually a second) count; especially of the votes in a close election
subtype: #sperm_count__spermcount the act of estimating the number of spermatozoa in an ejaculate
subtype: #tabulation the act of putting into tabular form; "the tabulation of the results"
subtype: #detecting__detection__detective_work__detectivework__police_investigation__sleuthing the investigation of criminal activities to determine the perpetrator; "detection is hard on the feet"
subtype: #wiretap the act of tapping a telephone or telegraph line to get information
subtype: #surveillance close observation of a person or group
subtype: #electronic_surveillance surveillance by electronic means (e.g. television)
subtype: #watch__vigil a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe
subtype: #listening_watch__listeningwatch__continuous_receiver_watch a watch established for the reception of traffic of interest to the unit maintaining the watch
subtype: #spying keeping a secret or furtive watch
subtype: #stakeout surveillance of some place or some person by the police (as in anticipation of a crime)
subtype: #calibration__standardization__standardisation the act of checking or adjusting (by comparison with a standard) the accuracy of a measuring instrument; "the thermometer needed calibration"
subtype: #tuning calibrating something (a musical instrument or electronic circuit) to a standard frequency
subtype: #registration__adjustment__readjustment the act of adjusting something to match a standard
subtype: #voicing the act of adjusting an organ pipe (or wind instrument) so that it conforms to the standards of tone and pitch and color
subtype: #collimation the accurate adjustment of the line of sight of a telescope
subtype: #tune-up adjustments made to an engine to improve its performance
subtype: #synchronising__synchronization__synchronisation__synchronizing an adjustment that causes something to occur or recur in unison
subtype: #alignment the act of adjusting or aligning the parts of a device in relation to each other
subtype: #camber the alignment of the wheels of a motor vehicle closer together at the bottom than at the top
subtype: #toe-in__toein the alignment of the front wheels of a motor vehicle closer together at the front than at the back
subtype: #tending__attention__aid the work of caring for or attending to someone or something; "no medical care was required"; "the old car needed constant attention"
subtype: #hair_care__hairdressing care for the hair: the activity of washing or cutting or curling or arranging the hair
subtype: #brush__brushing the act of brushing your hair; "he gave his hair a quick brush"
subtype: #combing the act of drawing a comb through hair; "his hair needed a comb"
subtype: #comb-out.combing__combout__teasing the act of removing tangles from you hair with a comb
subtype: #shampoo the act of washing your hair with shampoo
subtype: #babysitting the work of a baby sitter; caring for children when their parents are not home
subtype: #dental_care care for the teeth
subtype: #brushing__brush the act of brushing your teeth; "the dentist recommended two brushes a day"
subtype: #first_aid__firstaid emergency care given before regular medical aid can be obtained
subtype: #treatment care by procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury
subtype: #medical_care__medicalcare__medical_aid__medicalaid professional treatment for illness or injury
subtype: #aftercare care and treatment of a convalescent patient
subtype: #hospitalization__hospitalisation__hospital_care medical care in a hospital
subtype: #therapy (medicine) the act of caring for someone (as by medication or remedial training etc.); "the quarterback is undergoing treatment for a knee injury"; "he tried every treatment the doctors suggested"; "heat therapy gave the best relief"
subtype: #chemotherapy the use of chemical agents to treat or control disease (or mental illness)
subtype: #chrysotherapy the use of chemicals containing gold for treating diseases (such as rheumatoid arthritis)
subtype: #correction treatment of a specific defect; "the correction of his vision with eye glasses"
subtype: #spinal_fusion__fusion correction of an unstable part of the spine by joining two or more vertebrae; usually done surgically but sometimes done by traction or immobilization
subtype: #electric_healing__galvanism__electricalhealing the therapeutic application of electricity to the body
subtype: #heliotherapy__insolation therapeutic exposure to sunlight
subtype: #hormone_replacement_therapy__hormonereplacementtherapy__hormone-replacement_therapy__hormonereplacementtherapy__HRT hormones (estrogen and progestin) are given to postmenopausal women; believed to protect them from heart disease and osteoporosis
subtype: #infrared_therapy the use of infrared radiation (as by infrared lamps or heating pads or hot water bottles) to relieve pain and increase circulation to a particular area of the body
subtype: #inflation_therapy__inflationtherapy therapy in which water or oxygen or a drug is introduced into the respiratory tract with inhaled air
subtype: #medication the act of treating with medicines or remedies
subtype: #giving_medication__administration the act of administering medication
subtype: #drip_feed the administration of a solution (blood or saline or plasma etc.) one drop at a time
subtype: #drugging__sedation the administration of a sedative agent or drug
subtype: #irrigation (medicine) cleaning a wound or body organ by flushing or washing out with water or a medicated solution
subtype: #douche irrigation with a jet of water or medicated solution into or around a body part (especially the vagina) to treat infections or cleanse from odorous contents
subtype: #enema__clyster injection of a liquid through the anus to stimulate evacuation; sometimes used for diagnostic purposes
subtype: #barium_enema contrast medium is injected into the rectum and x-rays are taken to search for lesions
subtype: #lavage washing out a hollow organ (especially the stomach) by flushing with water
subtype: #gastric_lavage__gastriclavage washing out the stomach with sterile water or a salt-water solution; removes blood or poisons; "when the doctor ordered a gastric lavage the hospital pumped out my stomach"
subtype: #megavitamin_therapy__megavitamintherapy therapy based on a theory that taking very large doses of vitamins will prevent or cure physical or psychological disorders
subtype: #surgical_operation__operation__surgery__surgical_procedure__surgical_process a therapeutic procedure with instruments to repair damage or arrest disease in a living body; "they will schedule the operation as soon as an operating room is available"; "he died while undergoing surgery"
subtype: #cutting_out__cuttingout__ablation__extirpation__excision surgical removal of a body part or tissue
subtype: #adenoidectomy surgical removal of the adenoids; commonly performed along with tonsillectomy
subtype: #adrenalectomy__suprarenalectomy surgical removal of one or both adrenal glands
subtype: #appendectomy__appendicectomy surgical removal of the vermiform appendix
subtype: #cholecystectomy surgical removal of the gall bladder (usually for relief of gallstone pain)
subtype: #laparoscopic_cholecystectomy__lap_choly__lapcholy removal of the gall bladder through small punctures in the abdomen to permit the insertion of a laparoscope and surgical instruments
subtype: #embolectomy surgical removal of an embolus (usually from an artery)
subtype: #ennervation surgical removal of a nerve
subtype: #hypophysectomy surgical removal of the pituitary gland
subtype: #hysterectomy surgical removal of the uterus
subtype: #radical_hysterectomy__radicalhysterectomy__panhysterectomy surgical removal of the uterus and the ovaries and oviducts and cervix and related lymph nodes
subtype: #total_hysterectomy__totalhysterectomy surgical removal of the uterus and cervix
subtype: #laminectomy surgical removal of the bony arches on one or more vertebrae
subtype: #laryngectomy surgical removal of part or all of the larynx (usually to treat cancer of the larynx)
subtype: #lithotomy surgical removal of a stone (calculus)
subtype: #cholelithotomy removal of gallstone through an incision in the gallbladder
subtype: #lobectomy surgical removal of a lobe from any organ of the body (as the lung or brain)
subtype: #lumpectomy surgical removal of a tumor without removing much of the surrounding tissue or lymph nodes; performed in some cases of breast cancer
subtype: #mastectomy surgical removal of a breast to remove a malignant tumor
subtype: #modified_radical_mastectomy removal of a breast and the pectoralis minor and some lymph nodes in the adjacent armpit
subtype: #radical_mastectomy__radicalmastectomy removal of a breast and the underlying muscles (pectoralis major and pectoralis minor) and lymph nodes in the adjacent armpit
subtype: #simple_mastectomy removal of a breast leaving the underlying muscles and the lymph nodes intact
subtype: #mastoidectomy surgical removal of the mastoid process
subtype: #meniscectomy surgical removal of the meniscus of the knee
subtype: #nephrectomy surgical removal of a kidney
subtype: #neurectomy surgical removal of all or part of a nerve
subtype: #oophorectomy__ovariectomy surgical removal of one of both ovaries
subtype: #oophorosalpingectomy surgical removal of one or both ovaries and the corresponding Fallopian tubes
subtype: #ophthalmectomy surgical removal of an eye
subtype: #orchidectomy__orchiectomy surgical removal of one or both testicles
subtype: #pancreatectomy surgical removal of part or all of the pancreas
subtype: #pneumonectomy surgical removal of a lung (usually to treat lung cancer)
subtype: #prostatectomy surgical removal of part or all of the prostate gland
subtype: #salpingectomy surgical removal of one or both Fallopian tubes
subtype: #sigmoidectomy surgical removal of part or all of the sigmoid colon (usually to remove a malignant tumor)
subtype: #splenectomy surgical removal of the spleen
subtype: #stapedectomy surgical removal of the stapes of the middle ear
subtype: #sympathectomy surgical interruption of a nerve pathway in the sympathetic nervous system
subtype: #thrombectomy surgical removal of a blood clot (thrombus) from a blood vessel
subtype: #thyroidectomy surgical removal of the thyroid gland
subtype: #tonsillectomy surgical removal of the palatine tonsils; commonly performed along with adenoidectomy
subtype: #vasectomy surgical procedure that removes all or part of the vas deferens (usually as a means of sterilization); is sometimes reversible
subtype: #vulvectomy surgical removal of part or all of the vulva
subtype: #amputation a surgical removal of all or part of a limb
subtype: #angioplasty an operation to repair a damaged blood vessel or unblock a coronary artery
subtype: #arthroplasty surgical reconstruction or replacement of a malformed or degenerated joint
subtype: #arthroscopy a minimally invasive operation to repair a damaged joint; the surgeon examines the joint with an arthroscope while making repairs through a small incision
subtype: #autoplasty surgical repair by using tissue from another part of the patient's own body
subtype: #brain_surgery__brainsurgery any surgical procedure involving the brain
subtype: #psychosurgery brain surgery on human patients intended to relieve severe and otherwise intractable mental or behavioral problems
subtype: #amygdalotomy psychosurgery in which amygdaloid fibers that mediate limbic system activity are severed (in cases of extreme uncontrollable violence)
subtype: #callosotomy severing the corpus callosum so that communication between the cerebral hemispheres is interrupted (in cases of severe intractable epilepsy)
subtype: #prefrontal_lobotomy__lobotomy__leukotomy__leucotomy__prefrontalleukotomy__prefrontal_leucotomy surgical interruption of nerve tracts to and from the frontal lobe of the brain; often results in marked cognitive and personality changes
subtype: #transorbital_lobotomy a method of performing prefrontal lobotomy in which the surgical knife is inserted above the eyeball and moved to cut brain fibers
subtype: #split-brain_technique__splitbraintechnique brain surgery on animals in which the corpus callosum (and sometimes the optic chiasm) is severed so that communication between the cerebral hemispheres is interrupted
subtype: #castration surgical removal of the testes or ovaries (usually to inhibit hormone secretion in cases of breast cancer in women or prostate cancer in men); "bilateral castration results in sterilization"
subtype: #cauterization__cautery__cauterisation the act of coagulating blood and destroying tissue with a hot iron or caustic agent or by freezing
subtype: #cryocautery application of a substance that destroys tissue by freezing it
subtype: #thermocautery cautery (destruction of tissue) by heat
subtype: #electrocautery application of a needle heated by an electric current to destroy tissue (as to remove warts)
subtype: #chemosurgery use of chemical to destroy diseased or malignant tissue; used in treatment of skin cancer
subtype: #craniotomy a surgical opening through the skull
subtype: #cryosurgery the use of extreme cold (usually liquid nitrogen) to destroy unwanted tissue (warts or cataracts or skin cancers)
subtype: #curettage__curettement surgery to remove tissue or growths from a bodily cavity (as the uterus) by scraping with a curette
subtype: #suction_curettage__suctioncurettage__vacuum_aspiration a method of induced abortion; prior to the 14th week of gestation the embryo and placenta are removed by applying suction to the dilated cervix
subtype: #debridement surgical removal of foreign material and dead tissue from a wound in order to prevent infection and promote healing
subtype: #decortication surgical removal of the cortex of an organ or part
subtype: #dilation_and_curettage__dilatation_and_curettage__D_and_C a surgical procedure usually performed under local anesthesia in which the cervix is dilated and the endometrial lining of the uterus is scraped with a curet; performed to obtain tissue samples or to stop prolonged bleeding or to remove small tumors or to remove fragments of placenta after childbirth or as a method of abortion
subtype: #electrosurgery surgery performed with electrical devices (as in electrocautery)
subtype: #enterostomy surgical operation that creates a permanent opening through the abdominal wall into the intestine
subtype: #enucleation surgical removal of something without cutting into it; "the enucleation of the tumor"
subtype: #evisceration surgical removal of an organ (or the contents of an organ) from a patient
subtype: #exenteration surgical removal of the organs within a body cavity (as those of the pelvis)
subtype: #fenestration surgical procedure that creates a new fenestra to the cochlea in order to restore hearing lost because of osteosclerosis
subtype: #gastrectomy surgical removal of all or part of the stomach
subtype: #gastroenterostomy surgical creation of an opening between the stomach wall and the small intestines; performed when the normal opening has been eliminated
subtype: #gastrostomy surgical creation of an opening through the abdominal wall into the stomach (as for gastrogavage)
subtype: #heart_surgery__heartsurgery any surgical procedure involving the heart
subtype: #closed-heart_surgery heart surgery in which a small incision is made (the chest cavity is not opened)
subtype: #port-access_coronary_bypass_surgery heart surgery in which a coronary bypass is performed by the use of small instruments and tiny cameras threaded through small incisions while the heart is stopped and blood is pumped through a heart-lung machine
subtype: #minimally_invasive_coronary_bypass_surgery heart surgery in which a coronary bypass is performed on the beating heart by the use of small instruments and cameras threaded through small incisions
subtype: #open-heart_surgery heart surgery in which the rib cage is spread open and surgery to fix a heart valve or repair a coronary artery is performed while the heart is stopped and blood is detoured through a heart-lung machine
subtype: #coronary_bypass_surgery__coronary_bypass__coronary_artery_bypass_graft__CABG open-heart surgery in which the rib cage is opened and a section of a blood vessel is grafted from the aorta to the coronary artery to bypass the blocked section of the coronary artery and improve the blood supply to the heart
subtype: #hemorrhoidectomy__haemorrhoidectomy surgical procedure for tying hemorrhoids and excising them
subtype: #hysterotomy surgical incision into the uterus (as in cesarean section)
subtype: #iridectomy surgical removal of part of the iris of the eye
subtype: #iridotomy a surgical procedure that makes an incision in the iris of the eye in order to enlarge the pupil or to treat glaucoma
subtype: #intestinal_bypass surgical operation that shortens the small intestine; used in treating obesity
subtype: #jejunostomy surgical creation of an opening between the jejunum and the anterior abdominal wall; will allow artificial feeding
subtype: #major_surgery__majorsurgery any surgical procedure that involves anesthesia or respiratory assistance
subtype: #microsurgery surgery using operating microscopes and miniaturized precision instruments to perform intricate procedures on very small structures
subtype: #robotic_telesurgery__robotictelesurgery microsurgery in which the surgeon performs surgery by manipulating the hands of a robot
subtype: #minor_surgery__minorsurgery any surgical procedure that does not involve anesthesia or respiratory assistance
subtype: #myotomy surgical incision or division of a muscle
subtype: #myringectomy surgical removal of the eardrum
subtype: #myringoplasty surgical repair of a perforated eardrum with a tissue graft
subtype: #myringotomy surgical incision into the eardrum (to relieve pressure or release pus from the middle ear)
subtype: #neurosurgery any surgery that involves the nervous system (brain or spinal cord or peripheral nerves)
subtype: #nose_job__rhinoplasty cosmetic surgery to improve the appearance of your nose
subtype: #orchiopexy operation to bring an undescended testicle into the scrotum
subtype: #osteotomy surgical sectioning of bone
subtype: #ostomy surgical procedure that creates an artificial opening for the elimination of bodily wastes
subtype: #colostomy a surgical operation that creates an opening from the colon to the surface of the body to function as an anus
subtype: #ileostomy surgical procedure that creates an opening from the ileum through the abdominal wall to function as an anus; performed in cases of cancer of the colon or ulcerative colitis
subtype: #phalloplasty reconstructive surgery on the penis to repair congenital abnormality or injury
subtype: #phlebectomy surgical removal or all or part of a vein; sometimes done in cases of severe varicose veins
subtype: #photocoagulation surgical procedure that uses an intense laser beam to destroy diseased retinal tissue or to make a scar that will hold the retina in cases of detached retina
subtype: #plastic_surgery__plasticsurgery__cosmetic_surgery__anaplasty surgery concerned with therapeutic or cosmetic reformation of tissue
subtype: #rhytidectomy__face_lift__face_lifting__rhytidoplasty plastic surgery to remove wrinkles and other signs of aging from your face; an incision is made near the hair line and skin is pulled back and excess tissue is excised
subtype: #keratoplasty__corneal_gaft__cornealgaft a surgical procedure in which part or all of the cornea is replaced by healthy corneal tissue from a donor
subtype: #epikeratophakia using a piece of donated corneal tissue to repair the eye of someone who has had a cataract removed; "epikeratophakia gave her a living contact lens"
subtype: #polypectomy surgical removal of a polyp
subtype: #resection surgical removal of part of a structure or organ
subtype: #transurethral_resection_of_the_prostate__TURP removal of significant amounts of prostate tissue (as in cases of benign prostatic hyperplasia)
subtype: #rhinotomy surgical procedure in which an incision is made in the nose to drain accumulated pus
subtype: #rhizotomy surgical procedure in which spinal nerve roots are cut; done (anterior roots) to relieve intractable pain or (posterior roots) to stop severe muscle spasms
subtype: #Shirodkar's_operation__purse-string_operation a surgical procedure in which a suture is used to close the cervix in a pregnant woman; is performed when the cervix has failed to retain previous pregnancies
subtype: #sterilisation__sterilization the act of making an organism barren or infertile (unable to reproduce)
subtype: #neutering__fixing__altering the sterilization of an animal; "they took him to the vet for neutering"
subtype: #castration.neutering__emasculation neutering a male animal by removing the testicles
subtype: #spaying neutering a female by removing the ovaries
subtype: #surgical_contraception contraception by surgical sterilization
subtype: #tubal_ligation__tuballigation a sterilization procedure with women; both Fallopian tubes are tied in two places and the tubes removed in between the ligations
subtype: #vasectomy surgical procedure that removes all or part of the vas deferens (usually as a means of sterilization); is sometimes reversible
subtype: #strabotomy the surgical operation of cutting a muscle or tendon of the eye in order to correct strabismus
subtype: #taxis__taxi the surgical procedure of manually restoring a displaced body part
subtype: #tracheostomy__tracheotomy a surgical operation that creates an opening into the trachea with a tube inserted to provide a passage for air; performed when the pharynx is obstructed by edema or cancer or other causes
subtype: #organ_transplant__organtransplant__transplant__transplantation an operation moving an organ from one person (the donor) to another (the recipient)
subtype: #corneal_transplant__cornealtransplant__corneal_graft__cornealgraft the act of replacing a damaged or diseased cornea with another cornea taken from a donor (usually a donor who has recently died)
subtype: #trephination a operation that removes a circular section of bone from the skull
subtype: #tympanoplasty surgical correction or repair of defects or injuries in the eardrum or the bones of the middle ear
subtype: #uranoplasty surgical correction of a defect of the palate
subtype: #vasovasostomy a surgical procedure that attempts to restore the function of the vas deferens after a vasectomy
subtype: #vivisection the act of operating on living animals (especially in scientific research)
subtype: #physical_therapy__physiotherapy__physiatrics__physiatric therapy that uses physical agents: exercise and massage and other modalities
subtype: #occupational_therapy physical therapy involving the therapeutic use of crafts and hobbies for the rehabilitation of handicapped or convalescing patients (especially for emotionally disturbed patients)
subtype: #phytotherapy__herbal_therapy__botanical_medicine__botanicalmedicine the use of plants or plant extracts for medicinal purposes (especially plants that are not part of the normal diet)
subtype: #psychotherapy the treatment of mental or emotional problems by psychological means
subtype: #behavior_therapy__behavior_modification psychotherapy that seeks to extinguish or inhibit abnormal or maladaptive behavior by reinforcing desired behavior and extinguishing undesired behavior
subtype: #assertiveness_training__assertivenesstraining a method of psychotherapy that reinforces you for stating negative and positive feelings directly
subtype: #aversion_therapy any technique of behavior modification that uses unpleasant stimuli in a controlled fashion to alter behavior in a therapeutic way; primarily used for alcoholism or drug abuse (but with little success)
subtype: #desensitization_technique__desensitizationtechnique__desensitization_procedure__desensitizationprocedure__systematic_desinsitization a technique used in behavior therapy to treat phobias and other behavior problems involving anxiety; client is exposed to the threatening situation under relaxed conditions until the anxiety reaction is extinguished
subtype: #implosion_therapy__implosiontherapy__flooding a technique used in behavior therapy; client is flooded with experiences of a particular kind until becoming either averse to them or numbed to them
subtype: #reciprocal_inhibition__reciprocal-inhibition_therapy a method of behavior therapy based on the inhibition of one response by the occurrence of another response that is mutually incompatible with it; a relaxation response might be conditioned to a stimulus that previously evoked anxiety
subtype: #token_economy__tokeneconomy a form of behavior therapy that has been used in some mental institutions; patients are rewarded with tokens for appropriate behavior and the tokens may be cashed in for valued rewards
subtype: #client-centered_therapy a method of psychotherapy developed by Carl Rogers in which the client determines the focus and pace of each session
subtype: #crisis_intervention psychotherapy that focuses on acute critical situations (depressive episodes or attempted suicides or drug overdoses) with the aim of restoring the person to the level of functioning before the crisis
subtype: #group_therapy__grouptherapy psychotherapy in which a small group of individuals meet with a therapist; interactions among the members are considered to be therapeutic
subtype: #family_therapy any of several therapeutic approaches in which a family is treated as a whole
subtype: #hypnotherapy the use of hypnosis in psychotherapy
subtype: #play_therapy form of psychotherapy for children that uses play situations for diagnosis or treatment
subtype: #psychoanalysis__analysis__depth_psychology__depthpsychology a set of techniques for exploring underlying motives and a method of treating various mental disorders; "his physician recommended psychoanalysis"
subtype: #hypnoanalysis__hypnoanalysi the use of hypnosis in conjunction with psychoanalysis
subtype: #self-analysis the application of psychotherapeutic principles to the analysis of your own personality
subtype: #radiotherapy__radiation_therapy__radiationtherapy__actinotherapy__irradiation the treatment of disease (especially cancer) by exposure to radiation from a radioactive substance
subtype: #phototherapy the use of strong light to treat acne or hyperbilirubinemia of the newborn
subtype: #radium_therapy__Curietherapy the use of radium in radiation therapy
subtype: #X-ray_therapy the therapeutic use of X rays
subtype: #shock_therapy__shocktherapy__shock_treatment__shocktreatment treatment of certain psychotic states by the administration of shocks that are followed by convulsions
subtype: #electroconvulsive_therapy__electroconvulsivetherapy__electroshock__electroshock_therapy__ECT the administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma
subtype: #insulin_shock_treatment__insulinshocktreatment__insulin_shock__insulinshock__insulin_shock_therapy__insulinshocktherapy the administration of sufficient insulin to induce convulsions and coma
subtype: #metrazol_shock_treatment__metrazol_shock__metrazol_shock_therapy the administration of sufficient Metrazol to induce convulsions and coma
subtype: #speech_therapy any therapy intended to correct a disorder of speech
subtype: #thermotherapy the use of heat to treat a disease or disorder; heating pads or hot compresses or hot-water bottles are used to promote circulation in peripheral vascular disease or to relax tense muscles
subtype: #thrombolytic_therapy therapy consisting of the administration of a pharmacological agent to cause thrombolysis of an abnormal blood clot
subtype: #nursing_care__nursingcare care by a skilled nurse
subtype: #bandaging__dressing__binding the act of applying a bandage
subtype: #holistic_medicine medical care of the whole person considered as subject to personal and social as well as organic factors
subtype: #hospice a program of medical and emotional care for the terminally ill
subtype: #injection.medical_care__shot the act of putting a liquid into the body by means of a syringe; "the nurse gave him a flu shot"
subtype: #intradermal_injection__intradermalinjection an injection into the skin
subtype: #intramuscular_injection__intramuscularinjection an injection into a muscle
subtype: #intravenous_injection__intravenousinjection an injection into a vein
subtype: #fix.intravenous_injection (informal) an intravenous injection of a narcotic drug
subtype: #subcutaneous_injection an injection under the skin
subtype: #bloodletting formerly used as a treatment to reduce excess blood (one of the four humors of medieval medicine)
subtype: #venesection__phlebotomy surgical incision into a vein; used to treat hemochromatosis
subtype: #cupping a treatment in which evacuated cups are applied to the skin to draw blood through the surface
subtype: #defibrillation treatment by stopping fibrillation of heart muscles (usually by electric shock delivered by a defibrillator)
subtype: #detoxification treatment for poisoning by neutralizing the toxic properties (normally a function of the liver)
subtype: #disinfection treatment to destroy harmful microorganisms
subtype: #chlorination disinfection of water by the addition of small amounts of chlorine or a chlorine compound
subtype: #digitalization__digitalisation the administration of digitalis for the treatment of certain heart disorders
subtype: #anticoagulation the administration of an anticoagulant drug to retard coagulation of the blood
subtype: #allopathy the usual method of treating disease with remedies that produce effects differing from those produced by the disease itself
subtype: #homeopathy__homoeopathy a method of treating disease with small amounts of remedies that, in large amounts in healthy people, produce symptoms similar to those being treated
subtype: #intensive_care__intensivecare close monitoring and constant medical care of patients with life-threatening conditions
subtype: #modality a method of therapy that involves physical treatment
subtype: #massage kneading and rubbing parts of the body to increase circulation and promote relaxation
subtype: #cardiac_massage__cardiacmassage__heart_massage__heartmassage an emergency procedure that employs rhythmic compression of the heart (either through the chest wall or (during surgery) directly to the heart) in an attempt to maintain circulation during cardiac arrest
subtype: #effleurage a rhythmic stroking; "effleurage of the abdomen is used in the Lamaze method of childbirth"
subtype: #petrissage massage of the skin which is gently lifted and squeezed
subtype: #Swedish_massage massage combined with a system of active and passive exercises for the muscles and joints
subtype: #tapotement massage in which the body is tapped rhythmically with the fingers or with short rapid movements of the sides of the hand; used to loosen mucus on the chest walls of patients with bronchitis
subtype: #diathermy a method of physical therapy that involves generating local heat in body tissues by high-frequency electromagnetic currents
subtype: #detoxification.treatment a treatment for addiction to drugs or alcohol intended to remove the physiological effects of the addictive substances
subtype: #chiropractic a method of treatment that manipulates body structures (especially the spine) to relieve low back pain or even headache or high blood pressure
subtype: #fomentation application of warm wet coverings to a part of the body to relieve pain and inflammation
subtype: #naturopathy a method of treating disease using food and exercise and heat to assist the natural healing process
subtype: #naprapathy a drugless method of treatment based on the belief that disease symptoms arise from problems with ligaments and connective tissues
subtype: #orthodontic_treatment__orthodontictreatment dental treatment that corrects irregularities of the teeth or of the relation of the teeth to surrounding anatomy; treatment is usually by braces or mechanical aids; "orthodontic treatment of facial abnormalities"
subtype: #orthoptics treatment of defects of binocular vision (such as strabismus and amblyopia) by nonsurgical measures (especially by exercises to strengthen the eye muscles)
subtype: #osteopathy therapy based on the assumption that restoring health is best accomplished by manipulating the skeleton and muscles
subtype: #osteoclasis__osteoclasi treatment of a skeletal deformity by intentionally fracturing a bone
subtype: #acupuncture__stylostixi (Chinese) treatment of pain or disease by inserting the tips of needles at specific points on the skin
subtype: #acupressure__G-Jo__shiatsu (Chinese and Japanese) treatment of symptoms by applying pressure with the fingers to specific pressure points on the body
subtype: #autogenic_therapy__autogenictherapy__autogenic_training__autogenictraining__autogenics training patients in self-induced relaxation
subtype: #hydropathy__hydrotherapy the internal and external use of water in the treatment of disease
subtype: #rest-cure rest as a medical treatment for stress or anxiety etc.
subtype: #incubation maintaining something at the most favorable temperature for its development
subtype: #livery the care (feeding and stabling) of horses for pay
subtype: #manicure professional care for the hands and fingernails
subtype: #pedicure professional care for the feet and toenails
subtype: #nourishment the act of nourishing; "her nourishment of the orphans saved many lives"
subtype: #nursing the work of caring for the sick or injured or infirm
subtype: #tender_loving_care__TLC considerate and solicitous care; "young children need lots of TLC"
subtype: #nurturance physical and emotional care and nourishment
subtype: #personal_care care for someone who is disabled or is otherwise unable to care for themselves; can including bathing and cooking and managing bodily functions
subtype: #skin_care care for the skin
subtype: #facial care for the face that usually involves cleansing and massage and the application of cosmetic creams
subtype: #faith_healing__faithhealing__faith_cure__faithcure care provided through prayer and faith in God
subtype: #laying_on_of_hands.faith_healing__layingonofhand the application of a faith healer's hands to the patient's body
subtype: #tree_surgery treatment of damaged or decaying trees
subtype: #duty work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons: "the duties of the job"
subtype: #chore__job__task a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee: "estimates of the city's loss on that job ranged as high as a million dollars"; "the job of repairing the engine took several hours"; "the endless task of classifying the samples"; "the farmer's morning chores"
subtype: #stint an individuals prescribed share of work: "her stint as a lifeguard exhausted her"
subtype: #disagreeable_task__disagreeable_chore a chore that causes discomfort
subtype: #scut_work__shitwork trivial unrewarding tedious dirty and disagreeable chores; "the hospital hired him to do scut work"
subtype: #function__office__part__role the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group: "the function of a teacher"; "the government must do its part"; "play its role"
subtype: #capacity.function a specified function; "he was employed in the capacity of director"; "he should be retained in his present capacity at a higher salary"
subtype: #hat an informal term for a person's role; "he took off his politician's hat and talked frankly"
subtype: #portfolio the role of the head of a government department; "he holds the portfolio for foreign affairs"
subtype: #stead__position__place__lieu the function or position properly or customarily occupied or served by another: "can you go in my stead?"; "took his place"; "in lieu of"
subtype: #behalf as the agent of or on someone's part; usually expressed as "on behalf of" rather than "in behalf of": "the guardian signed the contract on behalf of the minor child"; "this letter is written on behalf of my client"
subtype: #second_fiddle a secondary role or function; "he hated to play second fiddle to anyone"
subtype: #duty_assignment__assignment as duty that you are assigned to perform especially in the armed forces: "hazardous duty"
subtype: #guard_duty__guardduty__guard__sentry_duty__sentry_go the duty of serving as a sentry; "he was on guard that night"
subtype: #fatigue_duty__fatigueduty__fatigue labor of a nonmilitary kind done by soldiers (cleaning or digging or draining or so on); "the soldiers were put on fatigue to teach them a lesson"; "they were assigned to kitchen fatigues"
subtype: #mission__charge__commission a task that has been assigned to a person or group; "a confidential mission to London"; "his charge was deliver a message"
subtype: #fool's_errand a fruitless mission
subtype: #mission_impossible__missionimpossible an extremely dangerous or difficult mission
subtype: #reassignment assignment to a different duty
subtype: #secondment the detachment of a person from their regular organization for temporary assignment elsewhere
subtype: #sea-duty__seaduty__service_abroad__serviceabroad__shipboard_duty__shipboardduty naval service aboard a ship at sea
subtype: #shore_duty__shoreduty naval service at land bases
subtype: #missionary_work__mission the organized work of a religious missionary
subtype: #spadework dull or routine preliminary work preparing for an undertaking
subtype: #timework work paid for at a rate per unit of time
subtype: #task__undertaking__labor any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted; "he prepared for great undertakings"
subtype: #adventure__escapade__risky_venture__riskyventure__dangerous_undertaking__dangerousundertaking a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)
subtype: #assignment an undertaking that you have been assigned to do (as by an instructor)
subtype: #school_assignment a school task performed by a student to satisfy the teacher
subtype: #classroom_project__classroomproject__project a school task requiring considerable effort
subtype: #homework__prep__preparation preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home)
subtype: #lesson.school_assignment a task assigned for individual study; "he did the lesson for today"
subtype: #exercise.lesson__example a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding; "you must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook"
subtype: #reading_assignment__readingassignment the reading of a passage assigned by the teacher
subtype: #recitation an instance of a student reciting a lesson that has been learned
subtype: #history_lesson__historylesson a less in the facts of history
subtype: #written_assignment__writtenassignment__writing_assignment__writingassignment an assignment to write something
subtype: #baby a project of personal concern to someone; "this project is his baby"
subtype: #breeze a task that is easy to do
subtype: #endeavor__enterprise__endeavour a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness); "he had doubts about the whole enterprise"
subtype: #fraudulent_scheme__racket__illegitimate_enterprise an illegal enterprise (such as extortion or fraud or drug peddling or prostitution) carried on for profit
subtype: #forlorn_hope__forlornhope a hopeless or desperate enterprise
subtype: #business_activity__commercial_activity activity undertaken as part of a commercial enterprise
subtype: #operation.business_activity a business especially one run on a large scale: "a large-scale farming operation"; "a multinational operation"; they paid taxes on every stage of the operation"; "they had to consolidate their operations"
subtype: #business the volume of business activity: "business is good today"; "show me where the business was today"
subtype: #trade.business__patronage the business given to a commercial establishment by its customers: "even before noon there was a considerable patronage"
subtype: #custom habitual patronage
subtype: #land-office_business very large and profitable volume of commercial activity
subtype: #wash (informal) any enterprise in which losses and gains cancel out
subtype: #labor_of_love__labour_of_love productive work performed voluntarily without material reward or compensation
subtype: #endurance_contest__endurancecontest__marathon any long and arduous undertaking
subtype: #no-brainer (informal) anything that requires little thought
subtype: #tall_order__large_order__largeorder a formidable task or requirement; "finishing in time was a tall order but we did it"
subtype: #venture any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome
subtype: #joint_venture__jointventure a venture by a partnership or conglomerate designed to share risk or expertise: "a joint venture between the film companies to produce TV shows"
subtype: #experiment a venture at something new or different; "as an experiment he decided to grow a beard"
subtype: #campaign__cause__crusade__drive__movement__effort a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end; "he supported populist campaigns"; "they worked in the cause of world peace"; "the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant"; "the movement to end slavery"; "contributed to the war effort"
subtype: #advertising_campaign__advertisingcampaign__ad_campaign__ad_blitz an organized program of advertisements
subtype: #sales_campaign__salescampaign an advertising campaign intended to promote sales
subtype: #public-relations_campaign an advertising campaign intended to improve public relations
subtype: #anti-war_movement a campaign against entering or continuing a war
subtype: #consumerism a movement advocating greater protection of the interests of consumers
subtype: #campaigning__candidacy__candidature__electioneering__political_campaign__politicalcampaign the campaign of a candidate to be elected
subtype: #hustings the activities involved in political campaigning (especially speech making)
subtype: #whispering_campaign the organized dissemination of derogatory rumors designed to discredit a candidate
subtype: #stumping campaigning for something by making political speeches (stump speeches)
subtype: #ecumenical_movement a movement among Protestant groups aimed at universal Christian unity
subtype: #fund-raising_campaign__fund-raising_drive__fund-raising_effort a campaign to raise money for some cause
subtype: #feminist_movement__feminism__women's_liberation_movement__women's_lib__women'slib the movement aimed at equal rights for women
subtype: #gay_liberation_movement__gay_lib__gaylib the movement aimed at liberating homosexuals from legal or social or economic oppression
subtype: #lost_cause a defeated cause or a cause for which defeat is inevitable
subtype: #reform.campaign a campaign aimed to correct abuses or malpractices; "the reforms he proposed were too radical for the politicians"
subtype: #war a concerted campaign to end something that is injurious; "the war on poverty"; "the war against crime"
subtype: #youth_movement__youthmovement__youth_crusade__youthcrusade political or religious or social reform movement or agitation consisting chiefly of young people
subtype: #sallying_forth__sally a venture off the beaten path; "a sally into the wide world beyond his home"
subtype: #risk__peril__danger a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury; "he saw the rewards but not the risks of crime"; "there was a danger he would do the wrong thing"
subtype: #chance a risk involving danger; "you take a chance when you let her drive"
subtype: #gamble a risky act or venture
subtype: #long_shot a venture that involves great risk but promises great rewards
subtype: #raise increasing the size of a bet (as in poker); "I'll see your raise and double it"
subtype: #doubling.raise__double raising the stakes in a card game by a factor of 2; "I decided his double was a bluff"
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