Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
corpsman
noun
/ˈkɔːrz.mən/
Definition
A medic, especially in the military, who is trained to provide medical care and assistance to soldiers.
Examples
- The corpsman quickly administered first aid to the wounded soldier.
- Every corpsman is trained to handle emergency situations on the battlefield.
- During training, the corpsman learned vital life-saving techniques.
Meaning
Corpsmen are usually assigned to units and are responsible for treating injuries and illnesses in the field.
Synonyms
- medic
- paramedic
- first responder
