1. A woman who practices folk healing or traditional medicine, especially in Spanish-speaking communities.
Usage: Spanish origin; often used in Latin American and Southwestern U.S. contexts; the masculine form is 'curandero'

Examples

• The curandera used herbs and prayer to treat the patient's illness.
• In rural villages, the curandera was often consulted before visiting a doctor.
• She learned the healing practices of her grandmother, a respected curandera.
• The curandera prepared a special tea from local plants for the sick child.
• Many people in the community still trust the curandera's remedies.