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medico

 

[ ˈmɛdɪkoʊ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical professional

A medico is a doctor or physician, particularly one who practices medicine. The term is often used informally in some regions to refer to any medical professional or someone involved in the medical field.

Synonyms

doctor, medical practitioner, physician, surgeon

Examples of usage

  • The medico examined the patient thoroughly.
  • She wants to become a medico after graduating from university.
  • In his spare time, the medico volunteers at the local clinic.

Translations

Translations of the word "medico" in other languages:

🇵🇹 медик

🇮🇳 चिकित्सक

🇩🇪 Arzt

🇮🇩 dokter

🇺🇦 лікар

🇵🇱 lekarz

🇯🇵 医者

🇫🇷 médecin

🇪🇸 médico

🇹🇷 hekim

🇰🇷 의사

🇸🇦 طبيب

🇨🇿 lékař

🇸🇰 lekár

🇨🇳 医生

🇸🇮 zdravnik

🇮🇸 lækni

🇰🇿 дәрігер

🇬🇪 ექიმი

🇦🇿 həkim

🇲🇽 médico

Etymology

The term 'medico' originates from the Latin word 'medicus,' which means 'physician' or 'healer.' The use of 'medico' in English language contexts typically reflects informal or colloquial references to medical professionals. The term has been widely adopted in various English-speaking countries, especially in Australia and India, where it colloquially describes doctors and medical students. Over time, the connotation of 'medico' can vary depending on regional uses, sometimes suggesting a lighter or less formal context compared to 'doctor,' yet retaining its association with the field of medicine. In literature and popular culture, the word has also appeared in various contexts, further solidifying its place within the vocabulary related to health and medicine.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,886, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.