dietitian
or di·e·ti·cian
[ dahy-i-tish-uh n ]
/ ˌdaɪ ɪˈtɪʃ ən /
|
noun
a person who is an expert in nutrition or dietetics.
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Examples from the Web for dietitian
In hospitals this is passed to the dietitian, who carries out the directions laid down by the physician.
Dietetics for Nurses|Fairfax T. ProudfitIt is this fact, from the point of view of the dietitian, that commends vegetable candy so highly.
Candy-Making Revolutionized|Mary Elizabeth HallThere are many problems that still call for an answer by the chemist and dietitian.
Word Origin and History for dietitian
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
Medicine definitions for dietitian
dietitian
n.
A person specializing in dietetics.
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