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Definition of radiographer

radiographer

/ˌreɪdiˈɑːɡrəfər/
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Adverb:radiographically
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Plural:radiographers
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Adjective:radiographic
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radiographer Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A healthcare professional trained to operate specialized medical imaging equipment, such as X-ray, CT, or MRI machines, to produce diagnostic images of the body or administer radiation therapy.

Example

"The radiographer carefully positioned the patient's arm before stepping behind the protective screen to take the X-ray."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse a radiographer with a radiologist: a radiographer is a trained healthcare professional who operates imaging equipment to take scans, whereas a radiologist is a licensed medical doctor who interprets those images to diagnose and treat patients.

• Rhymes for radiographer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Radiographer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/radiographer
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