noun
otorhinolaryngologist
ah-toh-ry-noh-la-ring-GOL-uh-jist
Otorhinolaryngologist (noun) means a doctor who specialises in disorders of the ear, nose and throat. Example: “She was referred to an otorhinolaryngologist for her chronic sinus problems.”
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medical A doctor who specialises in disorders of the ear, nose and throat.
"She was referred to an otorhinolaryngologist for her chronic sinus problems."
"The otorhinolaryngologist examined his throat and diagnosed tonsillitis."
"After years of training, she qualified as an otorhinolaryngologist specialising in ear disorders."
How to use otorhinolaryngologist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA doctor for ear, nose and throat problems.
When to use it
This is the formal medical title behind the everyday abbreviation ENT.
Memory tip
Split it into oto- (ear), rhino- (nose) and laryng- (throat) to remember what the specialist treats.
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Easily confused with
otolaryngologist
Common pairings
see an otorhinolaryngologist
consult an otorhinolaryngologist
refer to an otorhinolaryngologist
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Etymology
Formed by adding the suffix -ist, meaning a practitioner, onto otorhinolaryngology, the medical field covering the ear, nose and throat.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does an otorhinolaryngologist treat?
An otorhinolaryngologist treats conditions affecting the ear, nose and throat.
Is otorhinolaryngologist the same as ENT?
Yes, ENT is simply the common short form of otorhinolaryngologist.
Is otorhinolaryngologist the same as otolaryngologist?
Yes, the two terms are used as synonyms for the same medical specialist.
What is the meaning of otorhinolaryngologist?
"otorhinolaryngologist" (noun) means a doctor who specialises in disorders of the ear, nose and throat.
