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  • adjective Not of a medical character; not directly involved with medicine

Etymologies

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non- +‎ medical

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Examples

  • If they need anything at all while they're here—anything nonmedical, that is—they should see him.

    My Enemy My Ally Diane Duane 2000

  • If they need anything at all while they're here—anything nonmedical, that is—they should see him.

    My Enemy My Ally Diane Duane 2000

  • If they need anything at all while they're here—anything nonmedical, that is—they should see him.

    My Enemy My Ally Diane Duane 2000

  • In fiscal year 2009, there have been 52 "code green" incidents, which are defined as nonmedical emergencies, and usually mean someone is being violent or aggressive.

    RutlandHerald.com 2010

  • In fiscal year 2009, there have been 52 "code green" incidents, which are defined as nonmedical emergencies, and usually mean someone is being violent or aggressive.

    RutlandHerald.com 2010

  • If they need anything at all while they’re here—anything nonmedical, that is—they should see him.

    Rihannsu: The Bloodwing Voyages Diane Duane with Peter Morwood 2000

  • If they need anything at all while they’re here—anything nonmedical, that is—they should see him.

    Rihannsu: The Bloodwing Voyages Diane Duane with Peter Morwood 2000

  • If they need anything at all while they’re here—anything nonmedical, that is—they should see him.

    Rihannsu: The Bloodwing Voyages Diane Duane with Peter Morwood 2000

  • Wouldn't it be cool to try and look for Tipping Points in business, or in social policy, or in advertising or in any number of other nonmedical areas?

    Interview with Malcolm Gladwell 2010

  • New Jersey passed a law last year to legalize medical marijuana, but possession of up to 50 grams for nonmedical purposes still is punishable by up to six months in jail and a $1,000 fine.

    Connecticut Moves to Cut Pot Penalties Shelly Banjo 2011

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