Search Dictionary
Definition of pulmonologist

pulmonologist

/ˌpʊlməˈnɑːlədʒɪst/
pul · mo · nol · o · gist
Plural:pulmonologists
•
Adjective:pulmonological
JUMP TO:

pulmonologist Lexical Profile

pulmonologist Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and conditions of the lungs and respiratory system.

Example

"Her primary care doctor referred her to a pulmonologist to manage her severe asthma and chronic cough."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for pulmonologist

• Rhymes for pulmonologist

• Nearby Words

pullup
pulmonaria
pulmonary
pulmonologist
pulp
pulpit
pulpmill

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 20th century from Latin 'pulmo' (combining form 'pulmon-'), meaning 'lung', combined with the Greek-derived suffix '-logist', indicating an expert in a field of study.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pulmonologist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pulmonologist
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.