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palliative

/ˈpæliətɪv/ American
  • adj. 缓解性的, 姑息的
  • n. 缓解物, 权宜之计
Definition
  • adj. reducing pain or the severity of a problem without curing it
  • n. something that relieves symptoms or eases a difficulty
Example
The hospital offers palliative care for terminally ill patients.
医院为绝症患者提供姑息治疗。