noun

corpsman

KAW-muhn

Corpsman (noun) means an enlisted medic, especially in the US Navy, trained to give emergency medical care. Example: “The corpsman treated the wounded soldier under fire.”

noun

An enlisted medic, especially in the US Navy, trained to give emergency medical care.

"The corpsman treated the wounded soldier under fire."

How to use corpsman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA military medical worker who isn't a full doctor but is trained to handle injuries and emergencies.

When to use it

Mostly used in a US military context, especially the Navy and Marine Corps.

Word forms

corpsmen plural

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Etymology

A combination of "corps" and "man".

Frequently asked questions

What does “corpsman” mean?

The word “corpsman” means an enlisted medic, especially in the US Navy, trained to give emergency medical care. In plain terms, a military medical worker who isn't a full doctor but is trained to handle injuries and emergencies.

How do you pronounce “corpsman”?

“Corpsman” is pronounced KAW-muhn (/ˈkɔː(ɹ)mən/ in IPA).

How do you use “corpsman” in a sentence?

Here is “corpsman” used in a sentence: “The corpsman treated the wounded soldier under fire.”

What part of speech is “corpsman”?

“Corpsman” is a noun.