I. ˈparə+ˌ- noun
Etymology: para- (II) + medic
: a doctor who parachutes to areas where medical services are needed : paradoctor
II. adjective
also para·medical |parə+
: of or relating to a paramedic or paramedics
a paramedic team
III. ¦parəˌ noun
also para·medical "ˌ
Etymology: para- (I) + medic, medical
1. : one who works in a health field in an auxiliary capacity to a physician (as by taking X rays or giving injections)
2. : a specially trained medical technician certified to provide a wide range of emergency services (as defibrillation and the intravenous administration of drugs) before or during transportation to a hospital — compare EMT herein