Relating to the observation and treatment of actual patients rather than theoretical or laboratory studies. The doctor provided a clinical assessment of the patient's condition.
Efficient and unemotional; coldly detached. Her clinical approach to the problem left no room for personal feelings.
Relating to a clinic or medical practice. He is a clinical psychologist who works with children.
Executed with skill and precision, leaving no opportunity for the opponent; decisive or efficient (especially in sports contexts). The striker's clinical finish secured the victory for his team.