bariatric

Definition

Referring to the branch of medicine bariatrics, the treatment of obesity and weight problems.

Etymology

From Ancient Greek βαρύς (barús, “heavy”) + ἰατρός (iatrós, “doctor”) + -ic.

Example Sentences

• "Gastric bypass surgery is a form of bariatric surgery."
• "It’s not only romantic relationships that are transformed by bariatric surgery. Many patients lose friends."