physiology

 
Pronunciation: /ˌfɪzɪˈɒlədʒi/

noun

[mass noun]
  • the branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts.
  • the way in which a living organism or bodily part functions: the physiology of the brain

Derivatives

physiologic

adjective

physiological

adjective

physiologically

adverb

physiologist

noun

Origin:

early 17th century: from Latin physiologia (perhaps via French), from Greek phusiologia 'natural philosophy' (see physio-, -logy)