noun
medic
MEH-dihk
noun
1
Someone trained to give emergency medical care, especially in the military.
"The medic rushed to treat the wounded soldier under fire."
"A combat medic often works without the equipment a hospital would have."
2
Informal term for a doctor or medical student.
"She's been a medic at the local clinic for ten years."
How to Use Medic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA general, somewhat informal word for someone who provides medical treatment, especially in emergencies or the military.
Common pairings
combat medic
field medic
paramedic
Word Forms
medics plural
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Etymology
From Latin medicus, "physician," from mederi ("to heal").