Definition

The area of medicine that focuses on problems related to the urinary system and the male reproductive organs.

Example

He decided to specialize in urology after completing his medical training.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what urology involves?

Not really, but I assume it's related to kidneys and the urinary system.

Yeah, it's actually a fascinating field of medicine!

I can see that — helping people with those issues must be really important.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Urology → It is formed from "uro-" (from Greek "ouron", meaning urine) and "-logy" (from Greek "logia", meaning study of). The word "urology" refers to the study of urine and the urinary tract system.

Memory Tip

Think of 'uro-' relating to urine and '-logy' meaning the study of something. This helps you remember that urology is the study of urine and the urinary system.

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