gynaecologist
1 synonym for gynaecologist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A doctor who specialises in the health of women's reproductive systems.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use gynaecologist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
see a gynaecologist
consultant gynaecologist
visit the gynaecologist
gynaecologist appointment
It is a neutral, professional term used in everyday and medical writing.
Etymology
Formed in English from gynaecology plus the ending -ist.
Full origin of gynaecologist →Frequently asked questions
What is a gynaecologist?
A gynaecologist is a doctor who specialises in the health of women's reproductive systems.
Is gynaecologist the same as gynecologist?
Yes. Gynaecologist is the spelling used in the Commonwealth, and gynecologist is the spelling used in the US and Canada.
How do you pronounce gynaecologist?
In British English it is said gy-nuh-KOL-uh-jist, with the stress on the third syllable.
