pediatrician — A medical doctor who specializes in the care and treatment of infants, children, and adolescents
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A medical doctor who specializes in the care and treatment of infants, children, and adolescents
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The pediatrician's waiting room looked like a toy store exploded - in the best way possible.
- Every parent needs to find a trusted pediatrician for their child's health.
- The pediatrician had superhuman patience - she could calm a screaming toddler with just a smile and a sticker.
pediatrician
NOUN[/ˌpiːdiəˈtrɪʃən/]
A medical doctor who specializes in the care and treatment of infants, children, and adolescents
a friendly doctor in a white coat gently examines a smiling young child sitting on an examination table. The doctor uses a stethoscope to listen to the child's heartbeat while speaking reassuringly. The child appears comfortable and relaxed during the checkup process. A parent stands nearby watching the examination with a relieved expression. Colorful toys and child-friendly medical equipment fill the specialized room designed specifically for young patients. a medical doctor who specializes in the care and treatment of infants, children, and adolescents
The pediatrician works like a magician, with a little musician bringing healing magic!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The term derives from ancient Greek, combining paido- (child) and iatros (healer or physician). While children in ancient Greece received medical care alongside adults, the specialized medical field of pediatrics—dedicated exclusively to treating children—emerged in modern medical practice.
Breakdown
paido- (Greek pais, child) + iatros (Greek iatros, healer/physician) + -ian (English suffix denoting a specialist or practitioner).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The pediatrician's waiting room looked like a toy store exploded - in the best way possible.”
“Every parent needs to find a trusted pediatrician for their child's health.”
“The pediatrician had superhuman patience - she could calm a screaming toddler with just a smile and a sticker.”
“Regular checkups with a pediatrician help ensure children's healthy development.”
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