barber-surgeon
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of barber-surgeon
First recorded in 1675–85
Example Sentences
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“The Matrix” actor will play Regis, a wise barber-surgeon who is beloved among fans of the books.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2024
One of the first people to grow them was a 16th century barber-surgeon called John Gerard.
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2017
He midwifed Theodoric of York, a medieval barber-surgeon played by the guest host Steve Martin, who believed bloodletting cured everything.
From New York Times • Jul. 19, 2012
He then left her, and called the barber-surgeon that he might take the necessary steps for providing careful attendance for the child.
From Only a Girl: or, A Physician for the Soul. by Hillern, Wilhelmine von
His father was a barber-surgeon, who disapproved of music, and wished George Frederick to become a lawyer.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 8 "Haller, Albrecht" to "Harmonium" by Various
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