woman's doctor

Thân thiện

A woman discusses her health with her woman's doctor.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A specialist in gynecology: A physician, historically and informally referred to as a "woman's doctor," who specializes in the branch of medicine dealing with the health of the female reproductive system (including the vagina, uterus, ovaries, and breasts).

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • She scheduled her annual check-up with her woman's doctor.
  • After experiencing discomfort, she decided it was time to consult a woman's doctor.

Advanced Usage

• The term "woman's doctor" is an informal, dated, and somewhat euphemistic term. In modern professional and clinical contexts, the precise terms gynecologist or OB/GYN (obstetrician-gynecologist) are strongly preferred.
• Its usage often reflects a historical period when women's health was not discussed as openly, and specialties were described in more general terms.

Variants and Related Words

• Gynecologist (n): The standard modern term for a doctor specializing in women's reproductive health.
• OB/GYN (n): A physician specializing in both obstetrics (pregnancy and childbirth) and gynecology.
• Obstetrician (n): A doctor specializing in pregnancy and childbirth.

Synonyms

• Gynecologist: The direct synonym.
• Specialist in gynecology: A descriptive synonym.

Notes on Usage

• The term "woman's doctor" is considered outdated and vague. It is rarely used in contemporary medical literature or formal communication. Learners should use "gynecologist" or "OB/GYN" for clarity and appropriateness.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a specialist in gynecology

Từ đồng nghĩa

• gynecologist
• gynaecologist