not for

preposition

Not to be subjected to (a procedure); indicates that the patient, or relevant carers or next of kin, have specifically requested that the procedure not be carried out.

“He is not for resuscitation.”

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Meanings

preposition
  1. AustraliaNew ZealandUKmedicineNot to be subjected to (a procedure); indicates that the patient, or relevant carers or next of kin, have specifically requested that the procedure not be carried out.

    He is not for resuscitation.

    1 more example

    After discussion with her family, she was deemed not for ICU admission.

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APA

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MLA

“not for.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/not%20for. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “not for,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/not%20for.

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