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(medical) specialist

Noun

Definitions

1. (medical) specialist

This noun refers to a medical doctor who has specialized training in a specific field of medicine. It is used to distinguish a specialist from a general practitioner. For example, if you have a serious heart condition, you would be referred to one of these rather than seeing a family doctor.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Is it really true that even specialists find this case rare?

Sentence 2

The sales rep said, "We want a recommendation quote from a specialist."

Sentence 3

Apparently even specialists were divided on that symptom.

Sentence 4

I'm getting anxious again — I know I'd feel better if I just asked the specialist.

Sentence 5

If the pain keeps up, you should see a specialist.