Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gyn
Combining form
/ɡɪn/
Definition
A combining form that refers to women or female characteristics, often used in medical or sociological contexts.
Examples
- Gynocentric theories focus on women as the central theme.
- The field of gynecology specializes in the health of women.
- She participated in a gynaeology workshop to understand women’s health better.
Meaning
The term is derived from the Greek word ‘gynē’, which means woman. It is commonly used to indicate concepts or conditions primarily associated with women.
Synonyms
- women’s health
- female
- woman-related
