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Definition of neurology

neurology

/nʊˈrɑːlədʒi/
neu · rol · o · gy
Adverb:neurologically
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Plural:neurologies
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Adjective:neurological
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• noun

1

The branch of medicine or biology that deals with the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and the nervous system.

Example

"After completing her medical degree, she chose to specialize in pediatric neurology."

2

The neurological system or characteristics of a particular person or organism.

Example

"The researchers studied how prolonged stress alters the neurology of the developing brain."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 17th century from Modern Latin 'neurologia', formed from Ancient Greek 'neuron' (nerve or sinew) and '-logia' (study of).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Neurology. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/neurology
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