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entomological

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/ˌɛntəˈmɑːlədʒɪkəl/

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/ˌɛntəˈmɒlədʒɪkəl/

(entomology)

study of insects

Base Form
entomology
Etymology
Etymology Information

'entomological' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'entomon,' where 'entomon' meant 'insect.'

Historical Evolution

'entomon' transformed into the French word 'entomologie,' and eventually became the modern English word 'entomology' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'study of insects,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relating to the scientific study of insects.

The entomological study revealed new species of beetles.

Synonyms

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