Anthropozoology: meaning, definitions and examples
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anthropozoology
[ ænθrəpəzoʊəˈlɑːdʒi ]
study of humans
Anthropozoology is the multidisciplinary study of the relationships between humans and animals. This field encompasses the examination of how human culture, society, and behavior affect and are affected by animals. It explores various aspects including domestication, animal welfare, and the roles animals play in human lives.
Synonyms
anthrozoology, human-animal studies
Examples of usage
- Anthropozoology investigates how societal changes impact animal populations.
- Researchers in anthropozoology study the emotional bonds between pets and owners.
- Courses in anthropozoology might include topics on conservation and animal rights.
Translations
Translations of the word "anthropozoology" in other languages:
🇵🇹 antropozoologia
🇮🇳 मानव-जानवर विज्ञान
🇩🇪 Anthropozoologie
🇮🇩 antropos zoologi
🇺🇦 антропозоологія
🇵🇱 antropozoologia
🇯🇵 人間動物学
🇫🇷 anthropozoologie
🇪🇸 antropozoología
🇹🇷 antropozooloji
🇰🇷 인간 동물학
🇸🇦 علم الإنسان والحيوانات
🇨🇿 antropozoologie
🇸🇰 antropozoológia
🇨🇳 人类动物学
🇸🇮 antropozoologija
🇮🇸 mannfræði dýra
🇰🇿 антропозоология
🇬🇪 ანტროპოზოოლოგია
🇦🇿 antropozologiya
🇲🇽 antropozoología
Etymology
The term 'anthropozoology' is derived from the combination of 'anthropo-', which originates from the Greek word 'anthropos' meaning 'human', and 'zoology', which is derived from the Greek word 'zoologos', meaning 'the study of animals'. The prefix 'anthropo-' signifies the human aspect, while '-zoology' denotes the scientific study of animal life. The fusion of these terms reflects the focus of this field on understanding the interrelationship between humans and animals throughout history. The emergence of anthropozoology can be traced back to a growing interest in how human cultures interact with and perceive animals. This area of study has become increasingly relevant in contemporary discussions on conservation, animal rights, and human-animal interactions. As societies evolve, so too does the need to understand our roles alongside the animal kingdom.