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dendrology

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /dɛnˈdrɒlədʒi/

KK: /dɛnˈdrɑlədʒi/

noun
Definition

The scientific study of trees and other woody plants, focusing on their classification, growth, and characteristics.


Example

Dendrology is essential for understanding forest ecosystems and managing tree species.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard of dendrology?
Sloth B
Yeah, it’s the study of trees, right?
Sloth A
Exactly! I find it fascinating how much we can learn from trees through dendrology.
Sloth B
I agree, it really makes you appreciate nature more!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
arboreal
botany
forestry
Antonyms
destruction
deforestation
urbanization
Root Explanation

Dendrology → It is formed from "dendron" (from Greek, meaning tree) and "-logy" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or discourse). The word dendrology refers to the study of trees.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dendron' meaning tree, and '-logy' meaning study — dendrology is the study of trees.

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