Gynecology definition
The branch of medicine dealing with health care for women, especially the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the female reproductive system.
noun
The branch of medicine dealing with the study and treatment of the diseases of the female reproductive system, including the breasts.
noun
The branch of medicine dealing with health care for women, especially the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the female reproductive system.
noun
The scientific study of the female reproductive system, its diseases, and their treatment.
Alternative Forms
Alternative Form of gynecology -
gynaecology, gyncology
Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
gynecology
Plural:
gynecologiesOrigin of gynecology
- From French gynécologie, from Ancient Greek γυνή (gunē, “woman”) + -logie (“-logy”). Replaced earlier gyniatrics.
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