gerontology

[ jer-uhn-tol-uh-jee, jeer- ]

noun
  1. the branch of science that deals with aging and the problems of aged persons.

Origin of gerontology

1
First recorded in 1900–05; geronto- + -logy

Other words from gerontology

  • ge·ron·to·log·i·cal [juh-ron-tl-oj-i-kuhl], /dʒəˌrɒn tlˈɒdʒ ɪ kəl/, adjective
  • ger·on·tol·o·gist, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for gerontology

gerontology

/ (ˌdʒɛrɒnˈtɒlədʒɪ) /


noun
  1. the scientific study of ageing and the problems associated with older people: Compare geriatrics

Derived forms of gerontology

  • gerontological (ˌdʒɛrɒntəˈlɒdʒɪkəl), adjective
  • gerontologist, noun

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Cultural definitions for gerontology

gerontology

A medical specialty that focuses on the care and treatment of the elderly.

Notes for gerontology

The large number of aging “baby boomers” has increased both the profile and importance of this specialty.

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