chiropractor
noun C1
Plain meaning
a health practitioner who treats back and joint problems
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam contexts, it means a health practitioner who treats back and joint problems, usually in a more formal register.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned chiropractor as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines chiropractor in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear chiropractorevidence of chiropractorwidespread chiropractor
Watch out
Do not use “chiropractor” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.