endocrinology

American  

[en-doh-kruh-nol-uh-jee, -krahy-] / ˌɛn doʊ krəˈnɒl ə dʒi, -kraɪ- /

noun

1. the branch of biology dealing with the endocrine glands and their secretions, especially in relation to their processes or functions.

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endocrinology British  

/ -krɪ-, ˌɛndəʊkraɪˈnɒlədʒɪ, ˌɛndəʊˌkrɪnəˈlɒdʒɪk /

noun

1. the branch of medical science concerned with the endocrine glands and their secretions

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endocrinology Scientific  

/ ĕn′də-krə-nŏl′ə-jē /

1. The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the endocrine system.

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• endocrinologist
  noun
• endocrinological
  adjective
• endocrinologic
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of endocrinology

First recorded in 1915–20; endocrine + -o- + -logy

Example Sentences

“Management of these conditions, which are not the only causes of infertility, are also already part of the evidence-based care provided by gynecologists and reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialists,” Jensen said.

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

Snyders and Tysoe, 33, a London-based editor of an endocrinology journal, visited Mauritius last October for another friend’s wedding at the Maritim Resort & Spa on Turtle Bay.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

The investigation into Glutality, an endocrinology start-up, comes months after federal prosecutors in Manhattan indicted the manager of another big A-CAP borrower, Miami-based private-equity firm 777 Partners, for allegedly defrauding investors.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

"Our findings could also be used to inform diagnosis criteria and disease management strategies across cardiology and endocrinology, improving care for millions of patients."

From Science Daily • Jan. 4, 2026

"See, now you're learning all about endocrinology," he said.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison