Meaning: A euphemism for 'hell' Classified under: Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents. Context example: Oh what the heck. Hypernyms (heck is a kind of...): euphemism (an inoffensive expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive)
A structured, supportive period of transition from learning to applying a complex skill (e.g., nursing) that requires a long and rigourous period of education. Preceptorship is similar to apprenticeship and serves as a bridge during the transition from student nurse to practitioner. Graduate education A period of hands-on training under a physician or surgeon skilled in a techniqueâeg, placement of a stent in a coronary artery, or laparoscopic surgery.
A guardian is someone who takes care of a child's needs. This typically includes such things as shelter, education, food and medical care. Guardians also usually manage the finances of the child. A guardianship is a legal relationship between a minor child and a guardian that gives the guardian certain rights and obligations regarding the child. A guardianship does not sever the legal relationship that exists between a child and his or her biological parents, however.