first aid
noun
: emergency care or treatment given to an ill or injured person before regular medical aid can be obtained
Example Sentences
She gave him first aid for his sprained ankle.
Recent Examples on the Web Items for an emergency kit include a first aid kit, flashlight, batteries, a small tool kit, drinking water and snacks. 
Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 29 Aug. 2022 Sensing defeat, Karnazes ran about 18 miles to get to his car, through the Tennessee Valley and Muir Woods, to the parking lot near Rodeo Beach, where his old black Lexus hybrid was sitting with a first aid kit inside. Rachel Swan, San Francisco Chronicle, 15 Aug. 2022 The Wolf Pack is a first aid kit designed to treat cuts, bites, stings, and other injuries that your doggo might suffer while adventuring. Steve Larese, Outside Online, 10 Aug. 2022 While Mel grabs aspirin and nitroglycerine from the first aid kit, Jack grabs the wheel and makes a triumphant water landing. Sara Netzley, EW.com, 20 July 2022 Putting together a decent first aid kit can be a hassle. Editors Of Men's Health, Men's Health, 12 July 2022 This hefty first aid kit is well stocked with essentials for both minor injuries and bigger emergencies. Hannah Singleton, SELF, 28 June 2022 The department recommended visitors pack 10 essential items: a map, compass, warm clothes, extra food and water, headlamp, fire starter, first aid kit, whistle, rain/wind jackets and pants, and a knife. Nick Stoico, BostonGlobe.com, 20 June 2022 Simple things are often overlooked, like a water bottle and water supply just for the pet, or your dog’s own first aid kit. Ashley Dunne, Sunset Magazine, 6 June 2022 See More
Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 29 Aug. 2022 Sensing defeat, Karnazes ran about 18 miles to get to his car, through the Tennessee Valley and Muir Woods, to the parking lot near Rodeo Beach, where his old black Lexus hybrid was sitting with a first aid kit inside. Rachel Swan, San Francisco Chronicle, 15 Aug. 2022 The Wolf Pack is a first aid kit designed to treat cuts, bites, stings, and other injuries that your doggo might suffer while adventuring. Steve Larese, Outside Online, 10 Aug. 2022 While Mel grabs aspirin and nitroglycerine from the first aid kit, Jack grabs the wheel and makes a triumphant water landing. Sara Netzley, EW.com, 20 July 2022 Putting together a decent first aid kit can be a hassle. Editors Of Men's Health, Men's Health, 12 July 2022 This hefty first aid kit is well stocked with essentials for both minor injuries and bigger emergencies. Hannah Singleton, SELF, 28 June 2022 The department recommended visitors pack 10 essential items: a map, compass, warm clothes, extra food and water, headlamp, fire starter, first aid kit, whistle, rain/wind jackets and pants, and a knife. Nick Stoico, BostonGlobe.com, 20 June 2022 Simple things are often overlooked, like a water bottle and water supply just for the pet, or your dog’s own first aid kit. Ashley Dunne, Sunset Magazine, 6 June 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1867, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
first aid
noun
: care or treatment given to an ill or injured person in an emergency
Medical Definition
first aid
noun
ˌfərst-ˈād 
: emergency care or treatment given to an ill or injured person before regular medical aid can be obtained