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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

pathologists

/pæθɒˈlɒdʒɪstz/ noun · British & US
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What does pathologists mean?

noun

A medical doctor who specializes in the examination of tissues and cells to determine the cause of disease. Pathologists often work in laboratories and may specialize in specific areas such as forensic pathology or neuropathology.

Example

"The pathologists at the hospital were able to diagnose the patient's rare disease through a series of tests and examinations."

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