The Forgotten History of Spital: Uncovering the Origins of the Word Hospital

Spital is an archaic term for a hospital or infirmary. It is derived from the Latin word "hospitale," which referred to a place of shelter or refuge, and was used to describe institutions that provided care and lodging for the sick and injured. The term "spital" has been used in English since the 13th century, and was commonly used until the 16th century, when it began to be replaced by the word "hospital." Today, "spital" is mostly found in historical or literary contexts, and is considered an antiquated term for a hospital.

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