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.

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Word Description / Examples
zoology

Refer to the scientific study of the behavior, structure, physiology, classification, and distribution of animals.

  • He is passionate about zoology and spends his free time observing wildlife
  • The zoology museum offers a fantastic collection of animal specimens
animal science

This term is best used in contexts related to the study of animals, particularly in agricultural and veterinary settings. It focuses on animal production, breeding, and management.

  • He chose to pursue a career in animal science to improve livestock management strategies
  • The conference on animal science will cover the latest advancements in animal nutrition
biology

This is a broader term that applies to the study of living organisms, including plants, animals, bacteria, and fungi. Use it in a general context when discussing life sciences.

  • She excelled in biology class, especially in the units on cellular processes
  • The biology textbook covers a wide range of topics from genetics to ecology

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น zoologia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคพเคฃเฅ€เคถเคพเคธเฅเคคเฅเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Zoologie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ zoologi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะพะพะปะพะณั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zoologia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‹•็‰ฉๅญฆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท zoologie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ zoologรญa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท zooloji

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋™๋ฌผํ•™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู„ู… ุงู„ุญูŠูˆุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zoologie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zoolรณgia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŠจ็‰ฉๅญฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zoologija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dรฝrafrรฆรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะทะพะพะปะพะณะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ–แƒแƒแƒšแƒแƒ’แƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zoologiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ zoologรญa

Etymology

The term 'zoology' originates from the Greek words 'zลion' (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.