De plastisch chirurg
Example: De plastisch chirurg helpt mensen met hun uiterlijk.
Definition
"De plastisch chirurg" refers to a medical professional specialized in plastic surgery, focusing on reconstructing or improving a person's appearance and function through surgical procedures. They help people with their appearance by performing cosmetic or reconstructive operations.
Etymology
The term "de plastisch chirurg" comes from Dutch, where "plastisch" means 'plastic' or 'molding,' derived from the Greek word 'plastikos,' meaning to mold or shape. "Chirurg" comes from the Greek 'cheirourgos,' meaning 'hand worker' or surgeon. Together, the phrase literally means a surgeon who shapes or molds the body.
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