neurologist

noun

neu·​rol·​o·​gist nu̇-ˈrä-lə-jist How to pronounce neurologist (audio)
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Synonyms of neurologistnext
: one specializing in neurology
especially : a physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the nervous system

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Ifẹ̀, Nigeria-born to Wura, a pharmacist, and Bola, a neurologist, Adamolekun grew up watching his mom, Wura, run the Adonai Pharmacy on the University of Ifẹ̀ campus, where his dad worked. Rita Omokha, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026 While doctors and neurologists are on call at some resorts (including SHA), some programs and treatments may be more hype than help. Melinda Fulmer, Robb Report, 11 June 2026 She was referred to a neurologist, but the earliest available appointment was still seven months away. Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026 The Role of Vitamin C and Brain Health Vitamin C is an antioxidant that supports blood vessel health in the heart and brain, says Majid Fotuhi, MD, a neurologist and author of The Invincible Brain. Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for neurologist

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of neurologist was in 1832

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“Neurologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neurologist. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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neurologist

noun
neu·​rol·​o·​gist n(y)u̇-ˈräl-ə-jəst How to pronounce neurologist (audio)
: a specialist in neurology
especially : a physician who specializes in identifying and treating diseases of the nervous system

Medical Definition

neurologist

noun
neu·​rol·​o·​gist n(y)u̇-ˈräl-ə-jəst How to pronounce neurologist (audio)
: a person specializing in neurology
especially : a physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the nervous system

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