gynecology
[ gahy-ni-kol-uh-jee, jin-i-, jahy-ni- ]
/ ˌgaɪ nɪˈkɒl ə dʒi, ˌdʒɪn ɪ-, ˌdʒaɪ nɪ- /
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noun
the branch of medical science that deals with the health maintenance and diseases of women, especially of the reproductive organs. Abbreviation: GYN, gyn
Nearby words
- gynecoid,
- gynecoid pelvis,
- gynecol.,
- gynecological,
- gynecologist,
- gynecomastia,
- gynecomorphous,
- gynecopathy,
- gynephobia,
- gynergen
Origin of gynecology
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Examples from the Web for gynecological
But if we listen closer to gynecological experts, it soon could be.
But in the present state of our gynecological knowledge this appears impracticable.
The Fertility of the Unfit|William Allan ChappleUnder the leadership of Dr. Kalapothaki this section has organized an orthopedic and gynecological clinic.
The Modern Woman's Rights Movement|Kaethe Schirmacher
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
gynecology
[ gī′nĭ-kŏl′ə-jē, jĭn′ĭ- ]
n.
The branch of medicine dealing with the administration of health care to women, especially the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the female reproductive organs.
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gynecology
[ gī′nĭ-kŏl′ə-jē ]
The scientific study of the female reproductive system, its diseases, and their treatment.
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gynecology
[ (geye-nuh-kol-uh-jee, jin-uh-kol-uh-jee) ]
The branch of medicine devoted to the care of women, and particularly to the study and care of the female reproductive system.
The New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition
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