audiologist

[ aw-dee-ol-uh-jist ]

noun

1. a specialist in the treatment of hearing disorders, including evaluation of hearing function and rehabilitation of patients with hearing impairments:

   If your toddler keeps removing the hearing aid, tell your audiologist, as it may be overamplifying.

Word History and Origins

Origin of audiologist¹

First recorded in 1940–45; audio- ( def ) + -log(y) ( def ) + -ist ( def )

Example Sentences

Her audiologist and others in England are now calling for more research into whether the condition is linked to overuse of noise-cancelling headphones.

From BBC

After a hearing test came back normal, Sophie met a private audiologist for further testing.

From BBC

The cause of Sophie's APD diagnosis is unknown, but her audiologist believes the overuse of noise-cancelling headphones, which Sophie wears for up to five hours a day, could have a part to play.

From BBC

Dr Angela Alexander, audiologist and owner of APD Support, a private organisation, is among the audiologists calling for more research into the impact of noise-cancelling headphones on auditory processing, particularly in children.

From BBC

As the audiologist walked me through the catalog of options for the type of hearing aid I needed, my stomach tightened.

From Slate