angelology
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/ˌeɪndʒəˈlɑːlədʒi/
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/ˌeɪndʒəˈlɒlədʒi/
study of angels
Etymology
Etymology Information
'angelology' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'angelologia,' where 'angelus' meant 'angel' and '-logia' meant 'study of.'
Historical Evolution
'angelologia' transformed into the English word 'angelology' in the 17th century and has remained largely unchanged since then.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the study of angels,' and this meaning has remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/08/07 01:51