Definition

The method of using radiation to create images of the inside of objects, especially for medical purposes.

Example

The doctor used radiography to examine the patient's bones for any fractures.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how radiography works in hospitals?

Not really, but it must be fascinating to see the inside of things.

Yeah, it's amazing how they can capture images without any invasive procedures using radiography.

I can imagine! It must help doctors a lot in diagnosing problems.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Radiography → It is formed from "radius" (from Latin, meaning ray or beam) and "-graphy" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write or record). The word refers to the process of recording images using rays, typically X-rays, to visualize the internal structure of objects or bodies.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rays' ('radius') being used to 'record' ('-graphy') images, which helps you remember that radiography is about capturing images using rays.

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