Antonyms for geriatrics


Grammar : Noun
Spell : jer-ee-a-triks, jeer-
Phonetic Transcription : ˌdʒɛr iˈæ trɪks, ˌdʒɪər-


Definition of geriatrics

Origin :
  • coined 1909 by Austrian-born doctor Ignatz L. Nascher (1863-1944) in "New York Medical Journal" on the model of pediatrics (cf. -ics), from the same elements found in geriatric (q.v.). The correct formation would be gerontiatrics.
  • As in old age : noun period of being elderly
  • As in senior citizen : noun someone of advanced years

Synonyms for geriatrics

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