as in specialist
a person whose job requires specialized knowledge of the practical use of machines or science
She's studying to become an ultrasound technician.
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Recent Examples of technician
Shell Industry: Oil and gas Size of company: 155,000+
Most notable skills: Structural analysis, drilling engineering, chemical processing
Most common job titles: General manager, financial advisor, process technician
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Ernestine Siu, CNBC, 15 Apr. 2025
Though they are often depicted as humanitarian missions for nations in need of health care, the countries pay Cuba for doctors, nurses, technicians and other service providers, helping the Cuban government fund its own health care system.
—Frances Robles, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Weissman approaches food like a technician; Noparvar comes to it like a storyteller.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Nail Tech Weighs In Lila Dray, a nail technician at Red Market Salon, echoed this sentiment in a statement to Newsweek.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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Ernestine Siu, CNBC, 15 Apr. 2025
Though they are often depicted as humanitarian missions for nations in need of health care, the countries pay Cuba for doctors, nurses, technicians and other service providers, helping the Cuban government fund its own health care system.
—Frances Robles, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Weissman approaches food like a technician; Noparvar comes to it like a storyteller.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Nail Tech Weighs In Lila Dray, a nail technician at Red Market Salon, echoed this sentiment in a statement to Newsweek.
—John W. Dean, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for technician
Noun
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McLaren then partnered with Ricardo, British engineering specialists, to get the engine road-car ready, which was accomplished in 18 months.—
Sean Evans,
Robb Report,
17 Apr. 2025
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Even if your current treatment options are limited, speak with your oncologist (cancer specialist) about clinical trials that actively recruit participants.—
Jamin Brahmbhatt,
Verywell Health,
17 Apr. 2025
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Seasoned managers and experienced consultants can sometimes fall into the same trap.—
Peter Follows,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Dalrymple will serve as creative consultant, with John Burnham producing.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2025
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Health professionals were aware of it, but no one from the public opinion, no one.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
21 Apr. 2025
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Along with early detection of the warning signs and appropriately responding to them by seeking professional help, mental health professionals say long-term support from family, schools and communities will play important roles in helping survivors and victims recover and manage their trauma.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Even if a patient doesn’t have the budget to meet their aesthetic treatment goals, an expert can at least guide them to best at-home skincare and practices.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Becker, the prosecutor, told the jury they are expected to hear testimony from an expert from the Taser and body-camera maker Axon Enterprise during the trial.—
Deena Zaru,
ABC News,
28 Apr. 2025
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But while state law requires operators of county jails to join 287(g) programs, nothing explicitly requires cities to do so.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2025
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At the heart of the Justice Department’s lawsuit: Allegations that Live Nation leverages its unrivaled position as the nation’s largest concert promoter, ticket seller and venue operator to undermine competition.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Technician.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/technician. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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