PsychologyJuly 22, 2026
audiology
/ˌɔːdiˈɒlədʒi/
Definition
The branch of science and medicine concerned with the study of hearing, hearing disorders, and the rehabilitation of people with hearing impairment.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Latin 'audire' (to hear) and the Greek suffix '-logia' (study of), reflecting its literal meaning as the study of hearing.
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The word appears in the article as part of an academic major listing for a student athlete. It is included to identify the specific field of study pursued by the individual.
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