iatric
Definitions
from The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
- adjective Relating to medicine or physicians.
Examples
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In December, a Montana court upheld iatric euthanasia (physician assisted suicide).
Kevorkian: The Right to Die and Other 9th Amendment Freedoms
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'You have an exorbitant auditory impediment,' replied the doctor, ever conscious of the necessity for maintaining a certain iatric mystique, and fully aware that 'a pea in the ear' was unlikely to earn him any kudos.
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The iatric Association has stated, "The potential risks of 'reparative therapy' are great, including depression, anxiety and self destructive behavior."
Note
The word 'iatric' comes from the Ancient Greek ἰατρός (iatros, "doctor").
