noun
treatment
The way someone or something is dealt with, including care intended to improve health.
The clinic provides treatment for people with chronic back pain.
Etymology
The source concerns handling or dealing with something. Treatment names the manner of that handling, including medical care directed toward health.
More examples
- All employees deserve fair treatment, regardless of their job title.
- This treatment protects the wood from moisture.
- Her doctor recommends two treatments a week.
Forms
treatment · treatments
treat verb — Deal with or provide care for.