Phrase guide

patient under investigation

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A person who had been in close contact with a patient who has a confirmed infection or/and who may have been to place where there is an outbreak or superspreading event.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: public health

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: PUI

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see patient, under, investigation.

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