De endocrinoloog
Example: De endocrinoloog onderzoekt hormonen in het ziekenhuis.
Definition
"De endocrinoloog" is a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to hormones and the endocrine system. An endocrinologist studies glands such as the thyroid, pancreas, and adrenal glands to manage conditions like diabetes or thyroid diseases.
Etymology
The word "de endocrinoloog" comes from the Dutch language, combining 'endo-' meaning 'within,' 'crino' from the Greek 'krinein' meaning 'to separate or secrete,' and '-loog,' a suffix derived from the Greek 'logos' meaning 'study' or 'science.' So, an endocrinologist is literally one who studies internal secretions or hormones.
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"De endocrinoloog" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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