premed
Americanadjective
noun
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short for premedication
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a premedical student
Etymology
Origin of premed
First recorded in 1960–65; short for premedical
Example Sentences
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Echevarria got his start in fashion by dropping out of the University of Maryland premed program.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 16, 2024
Giving up the parental “collective chosen path” of a premed track at the University of Michigan to study abroad for a year in Italy and later pursue a law degree, for instance.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2024
He enrolled in premed classes at Michigan and spent two years growing into a hyped prospect, then stepped right into a starring role with the Kraken.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 26, 2023
While it may seem like the best career decision would be to major in business, premed, or prelaw, this notion is probably misguided.
From Textbooks • Jun. 15, 2022
Instead of forestry I’m thinking I might want to go premed.
From "Adrift" by Paul Griffin
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