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pathologist

Pathologist (noun) means a doctor or scientist who studies diseased tissue to diagnose illness or determine cause of death. Example: “The pathologist examined the biopsy sample for signs of cancer.”

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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

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

Common pairings
forensic pathologist speech pathologist

Word forms

pathologists plural

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Etymology

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

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What does “pathologist” mean?

The word “pathologist” means a doctor or scientist who studies diseased tissue to diagnose illness or determine cause of death. In plain terms, a medical specialist who examines tissue, blood, or organs to diagnose disease.

How do you use “pathologist” in a sentence?

Here is “pathologist” used in a sentence: “The pathologist examined the biopsy sample for signs of cancer.”

What part of speech is “pathologist”?

“Pathologist” is a noun.

What is the meaning of pathologist?

"pathologist" (noun) means a doctor or scientist who studies diseased tissue to diagnose illness or determine cause of death.

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