# phys

CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/phys
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a short way to say 'physician' or 'doctor'. You use this when talking about a medical professional in a casual or professional setting.

For teachers: a shortened form of 'physician' or 'doctor'. Common in medical contexts and informal speech.

## Examples

- I need to see a phys for my back pain.
- The patient was referred to a phys for a second opinion on his treatment plan.
- While the nurse managed the initial symptoms, the patient eventually required a consultation with a phys to address the underlying cause of the chronic fatigue.

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