1. a soldier trained to provide emergency medical care and first aid to wounded personnel in combat or field conditions
Usage: military; also called a combat medic or field medic in modern usage

Examples

• The aidman quickly bandaged the soldier's wound on the battlefield.
• Every platoon had an aidman trained in emergency medical procedures.
• The aidman carried a medical kit with supplies for treating injuries.
• During the exercise, the aidman demonstrated how to apply a tourniquet.
• The wounded soldier called for the aidman as soon as he was hit.