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gerontology

/dʒɛroʊnɑlədʒi/ noun · British & US
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What does gerontology mean?

noun

The study of the social, psychological, and biological aspects of aging and the aged. It is a multidisciplinary field that draws on sociology, psychology, anthropology, medicine, and other disciplines to understand the aging process and its impact on individuals and society.

Example

"The gerontologist conducted a study on the effects of social isolation on the elderly population."

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