paramedic
Translation
paramedic
Examples
The paramedic arrived at the scene quickly.
The paramedic arrived at the scene quickly.
She is training to be a paramedic.
She is training to be a paramedic.
Grammar Patterns
used as a countable noun a/the paramedic The paramedic arrived at the scene quickly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: EMT (Emergency Medical Technician), first responder
Etymology
'Para-' (alongside) + 'medic' (physician). Someone who works alongside a doctor.
Memory Tips
Think 'para' as in 'parachute' – they drop in to help. A 'medic' who comes to help.