gynecology

[gahy-ni-kol-uh-jee, jin-i-, jahy-ni-]

noun

1. the branch of medical science that deals with the health maintenance and diseases of women, especially of the reproductive organs. GYN, gyn

gynecology

1. The scientific study of the female reproductive system, its diseases, and their treatment.

gynecology

1. The branch of medicine devoted to the care of women, and particularly to the study and care of the female reproductive system.

Other Word Forms

• gynecologic adjective
• gynecological adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of gynecology¹

First recorded in 1840–50; gyneco- + -logy

Example Sentences

“There’s a finite amount of blood,” said Dr. Sarah Prager, a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Washington.

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Meanwhile, some patients may avoid future gynecology appointments altogether.

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ProPublica’s findings indicate that the law is getting in the way of providing abortions that can protect against life-threatening infections, said Dr. Sarah Prager, a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Washington.

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A few dozen women shared their allegations about gynecology and obstetrics appointments with Lee gone awry, according to multiple people who attended the town hall.

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Dr. Christina Han, a professor of clinical obstetrics and gynecology at UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine, also has patients who are planning to relocate to Arizona, San Diego and Northern California.

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