nephrology
the branch of medical science that deals with the kidney.
Origin of nephrology
1Other words from nephrology
- ne·phrol·o·gist, noun
Words Nearby nephrology
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British Dictionary definitions for nephrology
/ (nɪˈfrɒlədʒɪ) /
the branch of medicine concerned with diseases of the kidney
Derived forms of nephrology
- nephrologist, noun
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Scientific definitions for nephrology
[ nə-frŏl′ə-jē ]
The branch of medicine that deals with functions and diseases of the kidneys.
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Cultural definitions for nephrology
[ (nuh-frol-uh-jee) ]
The branch of medicine devoted to the study and care of the kidneys.
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