Stethoscope

usgb/ˈsteθəskəʊp/
noun

A tool used by doctors to listen to the sounds inside your body, especially the heart and lungs.

The doctor used a stethoscope to listen to my heartbeat.
Visual representation of "stethoscope" - A tool used by doctors to listen to the sounds inside your body, especially the heart and lungs.

Often appears as...

  • wear a stethoscope
  • use a stethoscope

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Medical Professionals

Stethoscope is typically associated with medical staff, particularly doctors and nurses.

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When she put on her white coat and stethoscope, she felt ready for her medical rounds.
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Not for Public

Stethoscope is not a common household item and mainly found in clinical settings.

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I only see a stethoscope at the doctor's office, not at home.
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Symbol of Care

A stethoscope symbolizes health care and is often used in media to represent medical professions.

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The health campaign poster featured a heart and a stethoscope.
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