Zoology: meaning, definitions and examples

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zoology

 

[ zoo-ol-o-gy ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

study of animals

Zoology is the branch of biology that focuses on the study of animals, including their behavior, physiology, genetics, and evolution. It encompasses a wide range of topics, from microscopic organisms to large mammals.

Synonyms

animal science, biology

Examples of usage

  • Her passion for zoology led her to pursue a career in wildlife conservation.
  • The professor's expertise in zoology was evident during the lecture.
  • The field of zoology has made significant advancements in recent years.

Translations

Translations of the word "zoology" in other languages:

🇵🇹 zoologia

🇮🇳 प्राणीशास्त्र

🇩🇪 Zoologie

🇮🇩 zoologi

🇺🇦 зоологія

🇵🇱 zoologia

🇯🇵 動物学

🇫🇷 zoologie

🇪🇸 zoología

🇹🇷 zooloji

🇰🇷 동물학

🇸🇦 علم الحيوان

🇨🇿 zoologie

🇸🇰 zoológia

🇨🇳 动物学

🇸🇮 zoologija

🇮🇸 dýrafræði

🇰🇿 зоология

🇬🇪 ზოოლოგია

🇦🇿 zoologiya

🇲🇽 zoología

Etymology

The term 'zoology' originates from the Greek words 'zōion' (animal) and 'logos' (study). It has a rich history dating back to ancient civilizations, where people began to observe and classify different species of animals. Over time, zoology has evolved into a complex scientific discipline, contributing to our understanding of the natural world.

See also: zoologist.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,782, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.