paramedi

/ˈpærəˈmɛdɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who provides emergency medical care, especially in situations where a doctor or nurse is not immediately available.

“The paramedic quickly stabilized the injured hiker’s broken leg before transporting her to the hospital.”

Synonyms

  • EMT
  • emergency medical technician
  • first responder

Antonyms

  • non-urgent medical professional