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Anatomy: Definition, Usage & Key Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：body structure study (anatomy)
anatomy
/əˈnæt.ə.mi/
n.
The scientific study of the physical structure of living things, especially the human body.
body structure study
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/ˈbɒdi ˈstrʌk.tʃər ˈstʌd.i/
n.
The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of organisms, typically revealed by dissection.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Greek 'ana-' (up) + 'temnein' (to cut), literally 'cutting up'.
💡 Mnemonic
Think of a map of your body: A NATural Map Of You (ANA-TO-MY).
📖 Example
To become a doctor, you need to have a deep understanding of human anatomy.
To become a doctor, you need to have a deep understanding of human anatomy.
🔗 Collocations
human anatomy – The study of the structure of the human body.
study anatomy – To learn about the structure of living organisms.
gross anatomy – The study of structures visible to the naked eye.
🔄 Synonyms
physiology (n.) – The study of how living organisms function, often paired with anatomy.
morphology (n.) – The study of the form and structure of organisms.
structure (n.) – The arrangement of parts in an organism.
🌱 Derivatives
anatomical (adj.) – Relating to bodily structure.
anatomist (n.) – A person who studies anatomy.
📖 Cultural Story
Derived from Ancient Greek 'anatomē' (dissection). The systematic study of bodily structure through dissection was pioneered by Greek physicians like Herophilus and Erasistratus in Alexandria around 300 BCE, laying the foundation for modern medicine.
Meaning 2：structure analysis (anatomy)
anatomy
/əˈnæt.ə.mi/
n.
The way that the different parts of something complex are arranged and connected.
structure analysis
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/ˈstrʌk.tʃər əˈnæl.ə.sɪs/
n.
A detailed examination or analysis of the elements or structure of a complex subject or system.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
Her book provides a detailed anatomy of a successful startup, from its initial idea to global expansion.
Her book provides a detailed anatomy of a successful startup, from its initial idea to global expansion.
🔗 Collocations
anatomy of a crime – A detailed analysis of how a crime was committed.
political anatomy – An analysis of the structure of a political system.
social anatomy – The study of the structure of a society.
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
synthesis (n.) – The combination of components to form a connected whole, opposite of analysis.
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