NYT Dictionary

BARIATRIC

/ˌbæɹiˈætɹɪk/
AdjectiveCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

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

Etymology

Origin: Ancient Greek

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

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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