general practitioner
nounUK /ˈdʒenrəl prækˈtɪʃənə/
US /ˈdʒenrəl prækˈtɪʃənər/
A doctor who takes care of people for many kinds of everyday health problems.
When I had a bad cough, my mom took me to see our general practitioner.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A doctor who treats general medical conditions rather than specializing in one area.
The general practitioner referred her to a heart specialist.
3. The main doctor a person sees for routine care and referrals.
Our general practitioner has known our family for years.
4. A physician who provides first-contact care for patients of all ages.
In many towns, the general practitioner is the first doctor people visit.