Medevac
/ˈmɛdəˌvæk/
Definitions
- (n.) A medical evacuation, especially the transport of injured persons by helicopter, often used in military or emergency contexts.
The soldier was airlifted to safety via medevac after sustaining injuries.
Forms
- medevac
- medevacs
- medevaced
- medevacing
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'medevac' often appears in statutes or regulations governing emergency response or military operations; clarity about the mode and authority for the evacuation may be critical.
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