physician
UK: fɪˈzɪʃən | US: fɪˈzɪʃən
n. a medical doctor, especially one who practices general medicine rather than surgery
n. (archaic) a person skilled in the art of healing
The word "physician" traces back to the Greek "physis" (nature) via Old French "fisicien." The root "physic" originally referred to the study of nature (physics) but narrowed to "healing art" in medieval Latin ("physica"). The suffix "-ian" denotes a practitioner, forming "physician" as "one who practices the healing art." This reflects the historical view of medicine as a natural science.
The physician prescribed rest and fluids for the patient’s recovery.
In ancient times, a physician’s tools were often herbal remedies.
She trained for years to become a licensed physician.
The village relied on the traveling physician for medical care.
Modern physicians combine diagnostic technology with patient-centered care.