Sir James Young Simpson

/sər ʤeɪmz jəŋ ˌsɪm(p)sən/
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Definitions of Sir James Young Simpson
  1. noun
    Scottish obstetrician and surgeon who pioneered in the use of ether and discovered the anesthetic effects of chloroform (1811-1870)
    synonyms: Simpson
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    Dr., MD, doc, doctor, medico, physician
    a licensed medical practitioner
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