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Pediatrician

Noun

A pediatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in the healthcare of infants, children, and adolescents.

Sense 1

Definition: A doctor who provides medical care for children from infancy through adolescence.

Example sentence: My son is feeling sick, so I need to take him to the pediatrician.

Sense 2

Definition: An expert in the field of pediatrics, dealing with the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of children.

Example sentence: The pediatrician explained to the parents the importance of vaccines for their child's overall health.

Sense 3

Definition: A medical specialist who diagnoses and treats various diseases and disorders in children.

Example sentence: The pediatrician conducted a thorough examination to determine the cause of the child's recurring stomach pain.

Adjective

Pediatrician (adjective) relates to the field of pediatrics or the medical care of children.

Sense 1

Definition: Pertaining to the branch of medicine concerned with the treatment of children.

Example sentence: The hospital has a specialized pediatrician ward for young patients.

Sense 2

Definition: Appropriate or suitable for the medical needs of children.

Example sentence: The clinic offers pediatrician-sized examination equipment for a more comfortable experience for children.