Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bloodletter
noun
/ˈblədˌlɛtər/
Definition
A bloodletter is a person who practices bloodletting, a historical medical procedure used to treat various ailments by drawing blood from a patient.
Examples
- In ancient times, the bloodletter was a common figure in medicine, often called upon to perform bloodletting.
- Despite its historical significance, bloodletting is now seen as an outdated and ineffective medical practice.
- Some modern authors use the term bloodletter metaphorically to describe characters that inflict pain or betrayal.
Meaning
In a broader sense, bloodletter can also refer to someone who causes harm or contributes to the suffering of others, often through dishonest or malicious means.
Synonyms
- leecher
- phlebotomist
- drainer
