Word
mammography
Phoneticsmam·mog·ra·phy, stress on the second syllable
/məˈmɑɡɹəfi/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. an X-ray of the breast that doctors use to find breast cancer early, often before you feel anything.
n. radiographic imaging of the breast used to screen for and diagnose breast disease, especially early-stage cancer. Typically performed with low-dose X-rays and read by a specialist radiologist.
Examples
“She goes for mammography every two years.”
“The clinic reminds women over forty to book mammography for early breast cancer screening.”
“After her first mammography revealed dense tissue, the doctor ordered an ultrasound to get a clearer picture.”
Examples
simple
“She goes for mammography every two years.”
contextual
“The clinic reminds women over forty to book mammography for early breast cancer screening.”
complex
“After her first mammography revealed dense tissue, the doctor ordered an ultrasound to get a clearer picture.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “mammography” in context.
Verb
01. mammography confirms
“Mammography confirmed there was no sign of malignancy.”
noun + verb
02. mammography detects
“Mammography detects early signs of cancer that cannot be felt.”
noun + verb
03. mammography reveals
“Mammography revealed a small abnormality requiring further tests.”
noun + verb
Adjective
04. annual mammography
“Women over forty are advised to have annual mammography for early detection.”
adj + noun
05. diagnostic mammography
“After the lump was found, her doctor ordered diagnostic mammography.”
adj + noun
06. digital mammography
“The clinic recently upgraded to digital mammography for clearer images.”
adj + noun
Noun
07. access to mammography
“Rural areas often have limited access to mammography.”
noun + prep + noun
08. coverage for mammography
“Most insurance plans include coverage for mammography after forty.”
noun + prep + noun
09. follow guidelines for mammography
“Clinics must follow guidelines for mammography to ensure patient safety.”
10. get a referral for mammography
“Ask your doctor to get a referral for mammography promptly.”
11. have an annual mammography
“Most doctors advise women over 40 to have an annual mammography.”
12. mammography detects early breast cancer
“Mammography detects early breast cancer when treatment is most effective.”
Etymology
From mammo- + -graphy.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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