pharmacist

word

Definition

A pharmacist is a healthcare professional who prepares and gives out medicines, and gives advice about how to use them safely.

Usage & Nuances

Usually formal and professional; 'pharmacist' refers to a licensed person, not to the store itself or other staff. Common collocations: 'ask the pharmacist,' 'licensed pharmacist.' Do not confuse with 'pharmacy' (the place).

Example Sentences

The pharmacist gave me my medicine.

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You can ask the pharmacist for advice.

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My sister is a pharmacist.

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The pharmacist is always busy on weekends, filling prescriptions.

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The pharmacist explained how to take my antibiotics properly.

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I couldn’t find the cold medicine, so I asked the pharmacist for help.

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