n.
A physician who specializes in psychiatry.
psychiatrist
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psy·chi·a·trist (sĭ-kī'ə-trĭst, sī-)  |
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A medical doctor who specialises in the treatment of mental of behavioural disorders. Compare psychologist.
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IN BRIEF: A doctor who takes care of people who are mentally ill.
There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face.
— Ames Williams
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The noun has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
a physician who specializes in psychiatry
Synonyms: head-shrinker, shrink
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