Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stethoscope
noun
/ˈstɛθ.ə.skoʊp/
Definition
A medical instrument used by doctors and nurses to listen to internal sounds of a patient’s body.
Examples
- During her check-up, the doctor used a stethoscope to listen to her heart.
- Every medical student learns how to properly use a stethoscope.
- The faint sounds of the heartbeat were audible through the stethoscope.
Meaning
The stethoscope is primarily used to detect sounds made by the heart, lungs, and intestines, making it an essential tool in clinical settings.
Synonyms
- Medical auscultation device
- Listening device
- Diagnostic instrument
