electrologist

noun

elec·​trol·​o·​gist i-ˌlek-ˈträ-lə-jist How to pronounce electrologist (audio)
: a person who removes hair by means of an electric current applied to the body with a needle-shaped electrode
electrology noun

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Emily Limoges is the founder of Limoges Beauty in NYC and a certified electrologist. Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 26 Apr. 2023 Before booking an electrolysis appointment, make sure to find a certified and reputable electrologist and schedule a consultation. Iman Balagam, Harper's BAZAAR, 30 Jan. 2023 The carve-outs also include doctors, dentists, lawyers, architects, accountants, engineers, insurance agents, investment advisers, direct sellers, real estate agents, hairstylists, barbers, estheticians and electrologists. Dustin Gardiner, SFChronicle.com, 10 July 2019

Word History

Etymology

blend of electrolysis and -logist (from -logy + -ist)

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of electrologist was in 1901

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“Electrologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electrologist. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

electrologist

noun
elec·​trol·​o·​gist i-ˌlek-ˈträl-ə-jəst How to pronounce electrologist (audio)
: a person who removes hair by means of an electric current applied to the body with a needle-shaped electrode
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