Le médecin de l'enfance
Example: Le médecin de l'enfance soigne les enfants malades à l'hôpital.
Definition
"Le médecin de l'enfance" refers to a medical doctor specializing in the healthcare and treatment of children, focusing on their physical and mental well-being from infancy through adolescence, often working in hospitals or clinics to diagnose and manage childhood illnesses.
Etymology
The phrase "le médecin de l'enfance" is French, composed of "médecin" meaning doctor or physician, and "de l'enfance" meaning 'of childhood.' It literally translates as 'the doctor of childhood,' highlighting the specialization in treating children. Did you know that "médecin" comes from the Latin word "medicus," meaning healer?
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