ampelography
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/ˌæmpəˈlɒɡrəfi/
study of grapevines
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ampelography' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'ampelos,' meaning 'vine,' and 'graphy,' meaning 'study or description.'
Historical Evolution
'ampelos' transformed into the modern English word 'ampelography' through the addition of the suffix '-graphy,' indicating a field of study.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the study of vines,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the study and identification of grapevines, especially by examining the shape and structure of their leaves.
Ampelography is crucial for viticulturists to identify grape varieties.
Synonyms
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