Meaning of the word etiology in English

What does etiology mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

etiology

US /ˌiː.t̬iˈɑː.lə.dʒi/
UK /ˌiː.tiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

Noun

1.

the cause, set of causes, or manner of causation of a disease or condition.

Example:
a group of distinct diseases with different etiologies
2.

the investigation or attribution of the cause or reason for something, often expressed in terms of historical or mythical explanation.