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English word origin

Etymology of gyne

Borrowed from Ancient Greek γυνή (gunḗ, “female”). Doublet of quean and queen.

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Source etymology 1

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noun

The primary reproductive female caste of social insects (especially ants, wasps, and bees), those destined to become queens.

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Borrowed from Ancient Greek γυνή (gunḗ, “female”). Doublet of quean and queen.

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Source etymology 2

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noun

gynecologist

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of gynecologist.

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Source etymology 3

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noun

gynecomastia

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of gynecomastia.

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