noun
- doctors who specialize in diagnosing diseases by examining tissues, cells, and body fluids
Usage: medical profession; plural form
Examples
- The pathologists examined the biopsy samples under a microscope.
- Forensic pathologists help determine the cause of death in criminal cases.
- The hospital employs several pathologists to analyze lab results.
- Pathologists play a crucial role in cancer diagnosis and treatment planning.
- The pathologists’ report confirmed the presence of malignant cells.
- Medical students often shadow pathologists to learn about disease identification.