etiology
US /ˌiː.t̬iˈɑː.lə.dʒi/
UK /ˌiː.tiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/
名詞
1.
病因學, 病因
the cause, set of causes, or manner of causation of a disease or condition
範例:
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The etiology of the mysterious illness remained unknown.
這種神秘疾病的病因仍然不明。
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Research into the etiology of cancer is ongoing.
對癌症病因的研究正在進行中。
2.
原因論, 起源論
the study of causation, or origination
範例:
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Philosophy often delves into the etiology of human behavior.
哲學經常深入探討人類行為的原因論。
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Understanding the etiology of social problems is crucial for effective solutions.
理解社會問題的原因論對於有效的解決方案至關重要。