anesthetist

/ænɛsˈθɛtɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person qualified to administer anesthetics, especially one who specializes in the administration of anesthetics during surgical operations.

“The anesthetist carefully monitored the patient’s vital signs throughout the surgery.”

Synonyms

  • anesthesiologist
  • anesthetizer

Antonyms

  • hypnagogist