English
Noun
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Plural second opinions |
second opinion (plural second opinions)
- An appraisal or diagnosis by a knowledgeable professional, such as a lawyer or physician, who has been consulted in order to confirm or disconfirm the advice or view of another person previously consulted.
- After my doctor told me that my illness was psychosomatic, I sought a second opinion.
References
- "second opinion" in Encarta® World English Dictionary [North American Edition] © & (P)2007 Microsoft Corporation.
- "second opinion" in medical glossary at www.medicare.gov.
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