gyné

Gyné is a combining form used to signify a relation to women. In medical and scientific terminology, it appears in terms dealing with female biology, health, and reproduction.

Origin and forms. Gyné derives from the Greek gyne, gyna-, meaning woman. In English, the form appears as gyne-, gynaec-, or gynaeco- depending on the word and regional conventions. American usage often favors gyne- and gynec-, while British usage more commonly uses gynaec-.

Common terms. Notable examples include gynecology, the branch of medicine focused on women's reproductive health; gyneco-, a combining form used in compounds such as gyneco-logy; gynephobia or gynophobia, a fear of women; and gynecomastia, enlargement of male breast tissue linked to estrogen effects. The form also appears in botanical terms such as gynodioecious, describing plant populations that have female and hermaphrodite individuals.

Notes. Gyné is not a standalone word in English; it is a root used to form terms. The spelling variations reflect language standards and etymology rather than separate lexical entries. Related terms include gynecology, gynaecology, and gyneco- as alternative spellings or prefixes.