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Definition of medicaid

medicaid

/ˈmɛd.ɪ.keɪd/
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medicaid Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

American A joint federal and state public health insurance program in the United States that provides medical and health-related coverage to low-income individuals, families, and people with disabilities.

Example

"The community clinic assisted eligible families in enrolling for Medicaid to cover their children's routine checkups."

Word Nuance & Usage

Often confused with 'Medicare': Medicaid provides health coverage primarily based on low income and financial need, whereas Medicare provides coverage primarily for individuals aged 65 and older or those with certain disabilities.

• Nearby Words

mediation
mediator
medic
medicaid
medical
medically
medicare

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1965 as a blend of 'medical' and 'aid' when the program was established under the Social Security Amendments signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Medicaid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/medicaid
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