# mammography

/məˈmɑɡɹəfi/ (US) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/mammography
Updated: 2026-10-16

## Definition

an X-ray of the breast that doctors use to find breast cancer early, often before you feel anything.

For teachers: 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.

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