whitecoat

/ˈwaɪtkoʊt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person, especially a scientist or doctor, who wears a white coat as part of their uniform.

“The whitecoat led the medical team into the operating room.”

2. noun

A person who is a student in a medical or veterinary school, especially one who is in the early stages of their training.

“The young whitecoat was tasked with assisting the experienced doctors in the hospital.”

Synonyms

  • doctor's assistant
  • medical student

Antonyms

  • blackcoat
  • untrained professional