CEFR B2

pathology

noun

Meaning

The study of the causes and effects of diseases, especially the structural and functional changes that are produced by them.

Examples

The lab technician was an expert in cellular pathology.
His research focused on the pathology of Alzheimer's disease.

Synonyms: disease study, medical science, etiology, nosology

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pathology (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /pəˈθɒlədʒi/

Definition

The study of the causes and effects of diseases, especially the structural and functional changes that are produced by them.

Examples

The lab technician was an expert in cellular pathology.
His research focused on the pathology of Alzheimer's disease.
Understanding the pathology of cancer is crucial for developing new treatments.

How to Use pathology

pathology of (prepositional phrase): The study of the causes and effects of a specific disease or condition. — "We are investigating the pathology of this new virus."
study pathology (collocation): To learn about the science of disease. — "He decided to study pathology at university."

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