Definition

The scientific study of bees and the process of making honey.

Example

She decided to pursue apiology to learn more about bee behavior and honey production.

Conversation

Did you know that apiology is the study of bees?

Really? I had no idea there was a specific term for that!

Yeah, it's fascinating how much we can learn from them and honey-making.

Totally! I’d love to take a class on apiology someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Apiology is formed from "apis" (from Latin, meaning bee) and "-ology" (from Greek "logia", meaning study of). The word refers to the study of bees.

Memory Tip

Think of 'apis' meaning bee, and '-ology' meaning the study of — apiology is the study of bees.

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