noun
corpsman
KAW-muhn
noun
1
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 notesIn 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".