anatomy

Meanings

• noun

  The branch of medicine that deals with the structure of the body and its functions.

  - "Anatomy is the study of the structure and function of the body."
  - "The doctor specializing in anatomy is called an anatomist."

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Pronunciation

1. /əˈnætəmi/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

analysis , dissection

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Variants

List of all variants of anatomy that leads to same result
anatomies , anatomy , gross anatomies , gross anatomy

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Greek word 'anatome' meaning 'dissection'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The largest organ in the human body is the skin.

2. The human body has around 206 bones.

3. The largest muscle in the human body is the gluteus maximus.

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Related Concepts

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1. Physiology: The branch of biology dealing with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts.

2. Morphology: The scientific study of the form and structure of organisms and their parts.

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Culture

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Anatomy has been a significant subject in art, particularly in the form of anatomical drawings and sculptures. It has also been a popular theme in literature, with many works exploring the human body and its functions.

How to Memorize "anatomy"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the different systems of the body (e.g., skeletal, muscular, nervous, etc.) and their functions.
   - Visualize the different structures of the body, such as organs and bones.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the different body parts with their functions.
   - Associate the different systems of the body with colors or shapes to help remember their functions.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use acronyms or mnemonic devices to help remember the names of body parts and their functions.
   - Create a story or poem to help remember the different systems and their functions.

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