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first aid
This term functions as a collective noun referring to both the act of providing emergency care and the physical materials used to do so. It carries a connotation of urgency and temporary stabilization, emphasizing that the care is a bridge to professional medical treatment rather than a final cure.
Grammatically, the term is treated as uncountable. You cannot refer to "a first aid" or "first aids." When referring to the physical container of supplies, the word "kit" must be added (e.g., "a first aid kit") to make the concept countable.
Meanings
Examples
The company mandates first aid training for all staff.
Proper first aid is critical in remote historical sites.