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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But when the Stockton resident enrolled at UC Davis, he changed his mind — and opted for biology, a common premed major.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2025
Echevarria got his start in fashion by dropping out of the University of Maryland premed program.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 16, 2024
Marlowe would go on to graduate from West Georgia magna cum laude in premed biology, and he was the first West Georgia student-athlete to earn Academic All-America recognition, in any sport, in five years.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 25, 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
He’s a safety for the Tigers, fast on his feet and fearless with his tackles, and at the same time pursuing premed studies.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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