noun
General Slang
gasser (obstetric anaesthetist)
GASS-er · noun · slang
Anaesthetist called for epidurals on labour ward
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On labour ward, the 'gasser' is the anaesthetist summoned to site epidurals and cover emergencies; a specific use of the general anaesthetist slang.
“She wants an epidural — bleep the gasser.”
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gasser (obstetric anaesthetist) In A Sentence
She wants an epidural — bleep the gasser.
Origin & Usage
UK theatre/obstetric slang; see 'gasser.'
Variants
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People Also Ask
What is a 'gasser' on labour ward?
It's the anaesthetist summoned to site epidurals and cover emergencies — a specific use of the general slang for anaesthetists.
Why are anaesthetists called 'gassers'?
The nickname reflects their traditional role administering anaesthetic gases.
Where is the term used?
It's UK theatre and obstetric slang.
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