algology
|al-go-lo-gy|
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/ælˈɡɒlədʒi/
study of algae or pain
Etymology
Etymology Information
'algology' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'algos,' where 'algos' meant 'pain' and 'logos' meant 'study.'
Historical Evolution
'algos' transformed into the Latin word 'algologia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'algology.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'study of pain,' but over time it evolved to also include 'study of algae.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the branch of botany concerned with the study of algae.
She decided to specialize in algology during her botany studies.
Synonyms
Noun 2
the study of pain and its management.
The doctor pursued a career in algology to help patients with chronic pain.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/20 14:06