biology
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/baɪˈɑːlədʒi/
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/baɪˈɒlədʒi/
study of life
Etymology
Etymology Information
'biology' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'biologia,' where 'bios' meant 'life' and 'logia' meant 'study of.'
Historical Evolution
'biologia' transformed into the French word 'biologie,' and eventually became the modern English word 'biology' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'study of life,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the scientific study of life and living organisms.
Biology helps us understand the natural world.
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Noun 2
the biological characteristics of a particular organism or group of organisms.
The biology of marine animals is fascinating.
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