Definition

A medical doctor who performs surgery on the brain and other parts of the nervous system.

Example

The neurosurgeon successfully removed the tumor from the patient's brain.

Conversation

Have you ever met a neurosurgeon?

No, I haven't! What are they like?

They're really impressive, especially with how they handle complex surgeries.

That sounds intense! I can't imagine doing something so specialized.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Neurosurgeon → It is formed from "neuro-" (from Greek "neuron", meaning nerve) and "surgeon" (from Old French "surgien", meaning one who operates). The word "neurosurgeon" refers to a medical professional who operates on nerves or the nervous system.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'nerve' ('neuro-') and someone who 'operates' ('surgeon') on it — that's what a neurosurgeon does.

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