O cirurgião plástico
Example: O cirurgião plástico fez uma cirurgia no meu nariz.
Definition
"O cirurgião plástico" is a medical professional specialized in performing surgical procedures aimed at reconstructing, repairing, or improving the appearance and function of the body, including cosmetic enhancements and corrective surgeries.
Etymology
The term "o cirurgião plástico" comes from Portuguese, where "cirurgião" means surgeon, derived from the Greek 'kheirourgos' meaning 'hand worker.' "Plástico" relates to the Greek 'plastikos,' meaning 'to mold or shape,' reflecting the surgeon's role in shaping or reconstructing body parts.
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