stethoscope
/ΛstΙΞΈΙΛskoΚp/
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Simple Meaning
a tool that doctors use to listen to your heart or breathing.
When to Use
π¬Daily ConversationπΌWorkplace English
Intermediate β can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
βThe doctor put the stethoscope on my chest and asked me to breathe deeply.β
βNurses often carry a stethoscope around their neck.β
Learning Path
βΆFull Definition
A medical instrument used to listen to the internal sounds of a patient's body, such as the heart or lungs.
βThe doctor placed the stethoscope on my chest to check my breathing.β
Related Words
Synonyms:
scopelistening device
Word Family:
stethoscopic