chirurgeon

noun

chi·​rur·​geon kī-ˈrər-jən How to pronounce chirurgeon (audio)
archaic

Word History

Etymology

Middle English cirurgian, from Anglo-French cirurgien, from cirurgie surgery

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chirurgeon was in the 13th century

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Cite this Entry

“Chirurgeon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chirurgeon. Accessed 14 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

chirurgeon

noun
chi·​rur·​geon kī-ˈrər-jən How to pronounce chirurgeon (audio)
archaic
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