Abernethian
/ˌabəˈnɛθɪən/ /ˌabəˈniːθɪən/adjective
Of, relating to, or associated with the surgeon John Abernethy or his theories of medicine; specifically designating a blunt manner of speaking reminiscent of that attributed to Abernethy (now rare ).
Origin
Early 19th century; earliest use found in Monthly Gazette Health. From the name of John Abernethy + -ian.