dermatology

noun

der·​ma·​tol·​o·​gy ˌdər-mə-ˈtä-lə-jē 

: a branch of medicine dealing with the skin, its structure, functions, and diseases

dermatologic

ˌdər-mə-tə-ˈlä-jik 

adjective

or dermatological

ˌdər-mə-tə-ˈlä-ji-kəl 

dermatologist

ˌdər-mə-ˈtä-lə-jist 

noun

Examples of dermatology in a Sentence

One of the doctors at the clinic specializes in dermatology.

Recent Examples on the Web

Red-light devices are increasingly appearing in dermatology offices, wellness centres, locker rooms and homes. —Lynne Peeples, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026

The practice combines the latest advances in medical and cosmetic dermatology to deliver comprehensive, high-tech care to patients throughout southeastern Wisconsin. —Community's Choice Awards, jsonline.com, 21 Mar. 2026

Shila wrote emails and letters to the dermatology clinic. —Christopher Spata, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026

Scalp care has become a cultural moment as conversations about buildup, irritation, and the true cost of protective styles are happening everywhere from TikTok to Substack to dermatology appointments. —Essence, 4 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for dermatology

• aetiology
• anthropology
• archaeology
• archeology
• audiology
• cardiology
• climatology
• cohomology
• cosmetology
• criminology
• demonology
• egyptology

Kids Definition

dermatology

noun

der·​ma·​tol·​o·​gy ˌdər-mə-ˈtäl-ə-jē 

: a branch of medicine concerned with the structure, functions, and diseases of the skin

Medical Definition

dermatology

noun

der·​ma·​tol·​o·​gy ˌdər-mə-ˈtäl-ə-jē 

plural dermatologies

: a branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its structure, functions, and diseases

dermatologist

-mə-ˈtäl-ə-jəst 

noun