Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
medico
Noun
ˈmɛdɪkoʊ
Definition
A term used to refer to a doctor or medical practitioner.
Examples
- The medico examined the patient’s symptoms thoroughly.
- After several years of medical school, he finally became a medico.
- The town welcomed a new medico to handle the increasing patient load.
Meaning
The word ‘medico’ is often used informally or colloquially to describe someone who practices medicine, typically a physician or surgeon.
Synonyms
- Doctor
- Physician
- Surgeon
- Health care professional
