noun
proctologist
Proctologist (noun) means a doctor who specializes in disorders of the colon, rectum, and anus. Example: “He was referred to a proctologist after ongoing digestive issues.”
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A doctor who specializes in disorders of the colon, rectum, and anus.
"The referral was to a proctologist to treat the hemorrhoids."
"He was referred to a proctologist after ongoing digestive issues."
How to use proctologist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA specialist doctor for the lower digestive tract.
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Word forms
- Plural
- proctologists
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Etymology
From proctology + -ist.
Rhymes for proctologist
geologist
zoologist
biologist
urologist
oncologist
genealogist
radiologist
neurologist
pathologist
seismologist
psychologist
cardiologist
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of proctologist?
"proctologist" (noun) means a doctor who specializes in disorders of the colon, rectum, and anus.
How do you use proctologist in a sentence?
Example: "He was referred to a proctologist after ongoing digestive issues."
