PATHOLOGIST

diagnostician, pathologist

(noun) a doctor who specializes in medical diagnosis

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

pathologist (plural pathologists)

An expert in pathology; a specialist who examines samples of body tissues for diagnostic or forensic purpose.

Source: Wiktionary


Pa*thol"o*gist, n. Etym: [Cf. F. pathologiste.]

Definition: One skilled in pathology; an investigator in pathology; as, the pathologist of a hospital, whose duty it is to determine the causes of the diseases.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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22 April 2025

BRIGHT

(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”


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Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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