etiology — the study of causation or origination; the cause, set of causes, or manner of causation of a disease or condition

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: the study of causation or origination; the cause, set of causes, or manner of causation of a disease or condition

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌiːtiˈɑːlədʒi/

Korean meaning: 원인학, 병인학; 질병이나 현상의 원인이나 발생 과정을 연구하는 학문

Korean pronunciation: 이티**올**러지

Example Sentences

• The detective's approach to solving crimes was similar to a doctor studying disease etiology - both seek the root cause.
• My grandmother insists the etiology of all ailments is 'not wearing enough sweaters in winter.'
• The research team spent years investigating the etiology of the rare genetic disorder.