Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
medical-student
noun
/ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈstjuːdənt/
Definition
A medical student is an individual who is studying medicine, particularly in a university setting, to become a physician or a healthcare professional.
Examples
- After years of hard work, she graduated as a medical student.
- The medical student spent their summer volunteering at a local clinic.
- During the internship, the medical student gained hands-on experience in a hospital setting.
Meaning
The term refers to a person who is enrolled in a medical education program to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to practice medicine.
Synonyms
- med student
- future doctor
- healthcare student
