bou2 ngoi6 zau6 ji1保外就醫保外就医
Jyutpingbou2 ngoi6 zau6 ji1
Yalebóu ngoih jauh yī
Definition
Medical parole; a system allowing prisoners to receive medical treatment outside of prison due to health reasons.
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How it's used
This term is a formal legal and administrative phrase used primarily in news reports or official discussions regarding the penal system. It functions as a compound noun or verb phrase describing a temporary release from custody for medical reasons rather than a permanent pardon. You will rarely hear this in casual daily conversation unless discussing current events or legal news.
Examples
He applied for medical parole and is now receiving treatment at the hospital.
The doctor says his condition is serious; should medical parole be granted?
Related words
Common phrases
to grant medical parole
to apply for medical parole
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general term for seeing a doctor while outside, but it specifically implies a prisoner being released from detention to seek medical care. It is not used for ordinary citizens seeking medical treatment.
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