barber-surgeon
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of barber-surgeon
First recorded in 1675–85
Example Sentences
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“The Matrix” actor will play Regis, a wise barber-surgeon who is beloved among fans of the books.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2024
One of the first people to grow them was a 16th century barber-surgeon called John Gerard.
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2017
He midwifed Theodoric of York, a medieval barber-surgeon played by the guest host Steve Martin, who believed bloodletting cured everything.
From New York Times • Jul. 19, 2012
In his heart he looked down on this dignified knot,— For why, the forefather of one of these senators, A rascal concerned in the Gunpowder Plot, Had been barber-surgeon to Darby's progenitors.
From A Selection from the Works of Frederick Locker by Locker-Lampson, Hannah Jane
“Is ninety-seven and three months, signor; a great age, truly,” responded the barber-surgeon.
From Wagner, the Wehr-Wolf by Reynolds, George W. M. (George William MacArthur)
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