Gynaecologic

/ˌdʒɪniːkəˈlɒdʒɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to gynaecology or the medical study and treatment of the female reproductive system.

Etymology

From 'gynaecology' with the adjectival suffix '-ic'; established in medical terminology in the 19th century as obstetrics and gynecology became specialized fields.

Kelly Says

The American spelling drops the 'ae' to become 'gynecologic'—showing how technical terminology shifts across languages and countries even when describing the exact same medical specialty.

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