gynecology
1 synonym for gynecology, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The American spelling of gynaecology, the branch of medicine concerned with the health and diseases of the female reproductive organs.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use gynecology
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
specialist in gynecology
gynecology clinic
obstetrics and gynecology
Gynecology is a formal medical term used mainly in professional and clinical contexts.
Etymology
Gynecology comes from French gynécologie, which itself was built from the Ancient Greek word for woman joined with a suffix meaning the study of a subject. It replaced an earlier term, gyniatrics.
Full origin of gynecology →Frequently asked questions
What does a gynecologist treat?
A gynecologist treats medical problems of women, particularly disorders of the reproductive organs.
What's the difference between gynecology and obstetrics?
Gynecology and obstetrics are closely related, with obstetrics being the coordinate field that deals specifically with pregnancy and childbirth.
Is gynecology spelled the same everywhere?
No, gynecology is the American spelling, while gynaecology is used in Commonwealth English.
