gynecologist
Americannoun
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of gynecologist
First recorded in 1870–75; gynecolog(y) + -ist
Example Sentences
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Rachel was eventually referred to a gynecologist but was told there was a wait of nearly a year.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
In November 2024, during a routine check-up, a gynecologist found evidence of cancer in Michelle’s ovaries.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026
Middle-aged women who were suffering from depression were often prescribed anti-depressants or anti-anxiety medicine without further discussion or exploration, said Dr. Anna Barbieri, an obstetrician gynecologist and certified menopause practitioner in New York City.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026
Before entering research, Dr. Uno spent eight years working as a gynecologist.
From Science Daily • Feb. 9, 2026
She felt something similar to what she had felt while waiting for the gynecologist: convinced that something was wrong with her body and yet willing him to tell her that all was well.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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