ophthalmologist
noun/ˌɑfθælˈmɑlədʒɪst/
Frequency rank: #17,145 most common English word
Meaning
A medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.
Example sentence
My doctor referred me to ophthalmologist who specializes in treating diseases of the eye.
Synonyms & related words
- oculist
- optometrist
- specialist
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