traumatology

noun

trau·​ma·​tol·​o·​gy ˌtrȯ-mə-ˈtä-lə-jē How to pronounce traumatology (audio)
also
ˌtrau̇- How to pronounce traumatology (audio)
1
: the study, diagnosis, and treatment of severe, acute physical injuries (as from a car accident or gunshot wound) sustained by individuals requiring immediate medical attention
orthopedic traumatology
2
: the evaluation and treatment of psychological trauma in individuals affected by severe mental or emotional stress or physical injury

Word History

First Known Use

1854, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of traumatology was in 1854

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Cite this Entry

“Traumatology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/traumatology. Accessed 21 Mar. 2023.

Medical Definition

traumatology

noun
trau·​ma·​tol·​o·​gy -jē How to pronounce traumatology (audio)
plural traumatologies
1
: the study, diagnosis, and treatment of severe, acute physical injuries (as from a car accident or gunshot wound) sustained by individuals requiring immediate medical attention
orthopedic traumatology
2
: the evaluation and treatment of psychological trauma in individuals affected by severe mental or emotional stress or physical injury
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