De gipsverbandmeester
Example: De gipsverbandmeester verzorgde het gebroken been van de patiënt nauwkeurig.
Definition
"De gipsverbandmeester" refers to a medical professional specialized in applying and managing plaster casts for broken bones or injuries, ensuring proper immobilization and support during the healing process.
Etymology
The term "de gipsverbandmeester" originates from Dutch, where "gips" means plaster, "verband" means bandage or dressing, and "meester" means master or expert. It literally means 'master of plaster bandages,' highlighting the specialized skill in applying plaster casts for medical treatment.
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"De gipsverbandmeester" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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the cast technician