abortionist

Definition

A person who performs abortions, especially illegally or secretly.

Etymology

From abortion + -ist.

Example Sentences

• "Mad. Restell, the celebrated Abortionist [is arrested]."
• "The quack abortionist, with “a little knowledge,” impudently, remorselessly, and secretly employs his craft for filthy lucre’s sake, perpetrating one crime to conceal another, at which science and charity blush."
• "Such a fetus is perfectly viable save for the act of the abortionist."

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