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pediatrics

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Noun — The branch of medicine that focuses on the health and treatment of children and adolescents.

Etymology

From Greek pais/paid-, "child," plus "-iatrics," referring to a field of medical treatment.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pediatrics” mean?

The word “pediatrics” means the branch of medicine that focuses on the health and treatment of children and adolescents. In plain terms, the medical field devoted to children's health.

How do you pronounce “pediatrics”?

“Pediatrics” is pronounced pee-dih-AT-rihks (/ˌpidiˈætɹɪks/ in IPA).

How do you use “pediatrics” in a sentence?

Here is “pediatrics” used in a sentence: “She decided to specialize in pediatrics after her residency.”

What part of speech is “pediatrics”?

“Pediatrics” is a noun.

Where does the word “pediatrics” come from?

The word “pediatrics” comes from Greek. From Greek pais/paid-, "child," plus "-iatrics," referring to a field of medical treatment.

Is “pediatrics” a common word?

“Pediatrics” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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