paramedics
n. plural-only B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌpɛɹəˈmɛdɪks// UK //pˌæɹəmˈɛdɪks// paramedics
n. medical workers who are trained to help people in emergencies before they get to a hospital.
n. healthcare professionals who provide advanced emergency medical care and treatment to patients in pre-hospital settings.
The paramedics arrived quickly to help the injured driver.
Paramedics stabilized the patient at the scene before transporting them to the emergency room for surgery.
In many rural areas, paramedics serve as the primary link between isolated residents and specialized medical facilities, often performing life-saving interventions during long ambulance journeys.
Usage
Usually used in the plural to refer to the team or the profession; the singular form refers to an individual member.