gynecology
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Etymology
Origin of gynecology
Explanation
Gynecology is the medical specialty of female health, particularly the reproductive system. A study of gynecology includes a lot of information about pregnancy and childbirth. A doctor whose expertise is gynecology is usually also an obstetrician, or a physician who provides prenatal and childbirth care to a pregnant woman. Gynecology also includes the treatment of diseases and conditions that only affect women. The word comes from the French gynécologie, which is based on the Greek roots gyne, "women," and -logy, "study of."
Example Sentences
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The reason was straightforward: These medications were and are used in obstetrics and gynecology for other reasons.
From Slate ● Feb. 21, 2026
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.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 5, 2025
“At every point, it’s kind of shocking,” said Dr. Daniel Grossman, a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of California, San Francisco who reviewed Porsha’s case.
From Salon ● Nov. 25, 2024
M.Sc., professor in the department of obstetrics and gynecology at the Université Laval in Québec City, Canada.
From Science Daily ● May 6, 2024
But the lump tested negative for syphilis, so he told Henrietta she’d better go to the Johns Hopkins gynecology clinic.
From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot
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