Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

autopsist

Noun

/ɔːˈtɒp.sɪst/

Definition

A specialist who performs autopsies to determine the cause of death.

Examples

The autopsist discovered critical evidence regarding the patient’s death.
After the investigation, the autopsist provided a detailed report of their findings.
Being an autopsist requires not only medical knowledge but also sensitivity towards the grieving families.

Meaning

An autopsist is a medical professional, typically a pathologist, who conducts examinations of deceased bodies to investigate the medical reasons for death and any diseases that may have played a role.