noun

pathologist

noun

A doctor or scientist who studies diseased tissue to diagnose illness or determine cause of death.

"The pathologist examined the biopsy sample for signs of cancer."

How to Use Pathologist

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA medical specialist who examines tissue, blood, or organs to diagnose disease.

Common pairings

forensic pathologist speech pathologist

pathologists plural

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The _____ examined the biopsy sample for signs of cancer.

From "pathology" plus "-ist," someone who practises it.

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