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Meaning of rocket surgeon | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Synonym of rocket scientist (“someone qualified to understand or handle that which is overly complex, detailed or confusing”).

humorous

Examples

“At this point you may be thinking, “I know all about goals. I know to make them S.M.A.R.T.” What's S.M.A.R.T? Some rocket surgeon a while back came up with the notion that goals should be specific, measurable, attainable, reasonable, and time-based.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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