Medical Examination Terms

5 words in this vocabulary list

noun a low-ranking noncommissioned officer in the armed forces

adjective relating to the human body

  • The corporal punishment was deemed necessary to maintain discipline in the military.
  • The corporal told us to line up in formation for inspection.
  • I heard the corporal is really strict, so watch out.
  • The corporal of the team is the player who leads by example on and off the field.

noun a person who administers an academic or professional examination

  • The examiner carefully reviewed each student's test paper.
  • The examiner went through everyone's papers one by one.
  • The examiner was checking out all the papers like a boss.
  • The examiner's eyes were like a hawk, spotting any mistakes instantly.

noun the middle part or area of a body or object

adjective describing word for the middle part or area of a body or object

  • The doctor examined her midsection for any signs of internal injuries.
  • She always complains about how she can never seem to tone her midsection.
  • I need to do more sit-ups to work on my midsection.
  • The company's financial health is reflected in its midsection, the profit margins.

verb To push or jab at something with a finger or a sharp object.

  • She was poking the fire to keep it burning brightly.
  • Stop poking me, I'm trying to concentrate!
  • He keeps poking around in other people's business.
  • His words were like poking a hornet's nest, causing a lot of trouble.

noun a specific type of assault that involves sexual activity or behavior without consent

  • The survivor bravely spoke out about the sexual assault she experienced.
  • I can't believe she went through a sexual assault, that's terrible.
  • That guy is a total creep, I heard he's been accused of sexual assault.
  • The company's decision to cut corners on safety measures was like a form of sexual assault on its employees.