etiology

• Sustantivo que designa la causa u origen de una enfermedad, o el estudio filosófico de las causas.

A noun referring to the cause or origin of a disease, or the philosophical study of causation.

1. Cause of a diseaseC1formalmedical

   The study or investigation of the cause or origin of a disease or medical condition.

   Etiología (de una enfermedad)

   • The etiology of the outbreak is still unknown.
   • Researchers are studying the etiology of autoimmune disorders.
   • Understanding the etiology of cancer is crucial for developing treatments.

   Sinónimoscauseoriginpathogenesissource

2. Philosophical study of causationC2formal

   The branch of philosophy that examines the origins and causes of things, including events and phenomena.

   etiología filosófica

   • The philosopher's work focused on the etiology of moral beliefs.
   • Etiology in metaphysics explores why events occur.
   • The book discusses the etiology of social customs and traditions.