pneumology
English
Alternative forms
Etymology
From New Latin pneumologia, from Ancient Greek πνεύμων (pneúmōn, “lung”) + -logia (“-logy”). By surface analysis, pneumo- + -logy.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /n(j)ʊˈmɒləd͡ʒi/
- Rhymes: -ɒləd͡ʒi
Noun
pneumology (countable and uncountable, plural pneumologies)
- The study of the respiratory system and organs.
- Synonyms: pulmonology, respiratory medicine, respirology
Derived terms
Translations
the study of the respiratory system and organs
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