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Medical
Mammography
mam-OG-rah-fee
/mæˈmɒɡrəfiː/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Mammography
Dictionary meaning
An X-ray examination of the breast used to detect tumours.
Examples
- Annual mammography is recommended for women over 40 for early cancer detection.
Pronunciation tips
Four syllables. Stress on second syllable.
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