gurney
UK: ˈɡɜːni | US: ˈɡɜːrni
n. a wheeled stretcher or cot used in hospitals for transporting patients.
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The word "gurney" originated in the early 20th century as American English slang, likely derived from the name of a proprietary brand of wheeled stretchers (possibly inspired by the surname "Gurney"). Unlike compound words, it lacks separable morphemes and retains its form as a borrowed term. Its adoption reflects the practical need for a concise term in medical contexts.
The nurse wheeled the patient into surgery on a gurney.
Paramedics lifted the injured hiker onto a gurney for transport.
Hospital corridors are often lined with gurneys awaiting use.
The design of modern gurneys prioritizes patient safety and mobility.
He woke up disoriented, strapped to a gurney in the ambulance.