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Etiology

Noun: The branch of medicine or biology that deals with the causes or origins of diseases, disorders, or conditions.

Example sentence: The doctor conducted a thorough investigation to determine the etiology of the patient's symptoms.

Noun: The cause or origin of a particular problem, situation, or condition.

Example sentence: The etiology of poverty can be complex, influenced by various socioeconomic factors.

Noun: The study or investigation of the origins or history of words.

Example sentence: Linguists often study etymology as they delve into the etiology of languages.

Noun: The study or investigation of the causes or origins of cultural customs, beliefs, and practices.

Example sentence: Anthropologists strive to understand the etiology of rituals and traditions in various societies.

Noun: A list of possible causes or origins for a specific condition or phenomenon.

Example sentence: The detective prepared an etiology of possible suspects based on the evidence found at the crime scene.