gynecologist

noun

gy·​ne·​col·​o·​gist ˌgī-nə-ˈkä-lə-jist How to pronounce gynecologist (audio) ˌji- How to pronounce gynecologist (audio)
plural gynecologists
: a physician specializing in gynecology
When gynecologists follow women with atypical cervical cells, they often use colposcopy—a technique that permits a detailed examination of the cervix by means of a magnifying device.Malorye Allison

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Thankfully, my gynecologist confirmed shortly thereafter that there was nothing to worry about. Nicola Dall'asen, Allure, 12 Mar. 2025 In August, the department hired a local gynecologist, Dr. Antonio Pullano, 36, to a $175,000-a-year post as associate commissioner of operations. Graham Rayman, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2025 My gynecologist didn't take my discomfort very seriously. Katrina Martin, Health, 4 Mar. 2025 But recent surveys have found many women are postponing visits to their gynecologists. Roni Caryn Rabin, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gynecologist

Word History

Etymology

gynecology + -ist entry 1

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gynecologist was in 1870

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“Gynecologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gynecologist. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

gynecologist

noun
gy·​ne·​col·​o·​gist
ˌgīn-i-ˈkäl-ə-jəst,
ˌjin-
: a physician who specializes in gynecology

Medical Definition

gynecologist

noun
gy·​ne·​col·​ogist
variants or chiefly British gynaecologist
: a specialist in gynecology

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