psychiatrist
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of psychiatrist
First recorded in 1885–90; psychiatr(y) + -ist
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Example Sentences
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The psychiatrist had made a fortune as a commodities trader in the 1980s and 1990s.
A psychiatrist and an attorney in San Diego say an existing statute could address severe mental illness and addiction.
From Los Angeles Times
Unlike at Westminster, there would not be the requirement for a multi-disciplinary panel of a lawyer, psychiatrist and social worker to review each case.
From BBC
Three psychiatrists who assessed Skebas agreed he had schizophrenia and was showing symptoms of psychosis on the day he killed Lilia.
From BBC
"I've been treated by psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors and 12-steps rehab in Montreal, New York City, Toronto and Los Angeles," she said.
From Barron's
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