curanderos
- plural of curandero.
Example Sentences
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It’s not uncommon for curanderos to say they have been called to this work through dreams or visions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 8, 2023
Though Russell is enthusiastic about Salomon’s bill, others are more skeptical, worried that it leaves out grassroots activists or prioritizes medical professionals over traditional healers like shamans or curanderos, who may not have formal education.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 23, 2022
Leading up to the Friday release of the movie based on a Mexican folktale, Warner Bros. invited healers known as curanderos to give audiences cleanings called “limpias.”
From Washington Times ● Apr. 19, 2019
The more difficult answer, however, was linked to the fact that curanderos in some of the places he visits see him with guests and assume he has money.
From The Guardian ● Mar. 16, 2017
Finally, the curanderos should be enlisted as health aides.
From Time Magazine Archive
