gynecologist
noun
gy·ne·col·o·gist
ˌgī-nə-ˈkä-lə-jist 
ˌji-
ˌji-
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.—
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Thankfully, my gynecologist confirmed shortly thereafter that there was nothing to worry about.
—Nicola Dall'asen, Allure, 12 Mar. 2025
My gynecologist diagnoses and removes an ovarian cyst.
—Health, 5 Mar. 2025
Another gynecologist prescribes a diagnostic laparoscopy, which confirms endometriosis on my diaphragm.
—Health, 5 Mar. 2025
My gynecologist didn't take my discomfort very seriously.
—Katrina Martin, Health, 4 Mar. 2025
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Nicola Dall'asen, Allure, 12 Mar. 2025
My gynecologist diagnoses and removes an ovarian cyst.
—Health, 5 Mar. 2025
Another gynecologist prescribes a diagnostic laparoscopy, which confirms endometriosis on my diaphragm.
—Health, 5 Mar. 2025
My gynecologist didn't take my discomfort very seriously.
—Katrina Martin, Health, 4 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for gynecologist
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“Gynecologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gynecologist. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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gynecologist
noun
gy·ne·col·ogist
variants
or chiefly British gynaecologist
: a specialist in gynecology
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