neurosurgeon
Translation
neurosurgeon
Examples
The neurosurgeon performed a complex brain surgery.
The neurosurgeon performed a complex brain surgery.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the/sb.'s)) neurosurgeon a doctor who performs surgery on the nervous system The neurosurgeon is highly skilled.
Similar Words
Synonyms: brain surgeon
Etymology
From Greek 'neuron' (nerve) + 'surgeon'.
Memory Tips
A surgeon who operates on the 'neuro' system (nerves, brain, spinal cord).