THE STUDY OF LATIN MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY THROUGH MYTHS

Authors

  • I.I. Vorona

Keywords:

Latin, semantics, ancient mythology, functioning of medical terms, Latin medical terminology

Abstract

The article emphasizes the role of ancient mythology in the formation of Latin medical terminology. The influence of ancient mythologisms on modern professional language of medicine is analyzed. The semantics and functioning of modern Latin medical terms of mythological origin are investigated. It is noted that many terms originating from antiquity, still remain in use today.

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Published

2016-12-26

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 73 (2016): Collection of scientific works "Pedagogical sciences"

Section

SECTION 5. THEORY AND METHODOLOGY OF PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION