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medic1

Syllabification: (med·ic)
Pronunciation: /ˈmedik/
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Definition of medic

noun

informal
  • a medical practitioner or student.
  • US a medical corpsman who dispenses first aid at combat sites.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Latin medicus 'physician', from mederi 'heal'

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