endoscopy
Translation
endoscopy
Examples
The doctor recommended an endoscopy for him.
The doctor recommended an endoscopy for him.
Grammar Patterns
((an endoscopy)) a medical procedure using an endoscope The patient needs an endoscopy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: internal examination; Related procedures: colonoscopy, gastroscopy
Etymology
From Greek 'endon' (within) + 'skopein' (to look). It literally means 'to look within'.
Memory Tips
Think of a tiny 'scope' going 'endo' (inside) the body to look around.