entomology

Meanings

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   noun

   the scientific study of insects, including their classification, anatomy, behavior, ecology, and relationships with humans

   Her research in entomology focuses on beetles that pollinate tropical plants.

From French entomologie, formed from Greek entomon, 'insect,' literally 'cut into sections,' + -logia, 'study.' The Greek name refers to the visibly segmented bodies of insects.

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