pathology
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/pəˈθɑːlədʒi/
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/pəˈθɒlədʒi/
study of disease
Etymology
'pathology' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'pathologia,' where 'patho-' meant 'suffering' and '-logia' meant 'study of.'
'pathologia' transformed into the Latin word 'pathologia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'pathology' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'study of suffering,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'study of disease.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the scientific study of disease and its causes, processes, development, and consequences.
The doctor specialized in pathology to better understand the diseases affecting his patients.
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Noun 2
the typical behavior or condition of a disease.
The pathology of the flu includes fever and body aches.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 20:39