Definition

Related to the study of museums and their management, including their history, collections, and educational roles.

Example

The museological approach to displaying artifacts enhances the visitor's understanding of their cultural significance.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the museological aspects of art curation?

Not really, but it sounds interesting! What do you mean?

Well, it involves how museums display and interpret art to the public.

That makes sense! I’d love to learn more about museological practices.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Museological → It is formed from "museum" (from Greek "mouseion", meaning a place of the Muses) and "-logical" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). The word "museological" refers to the study or science related to museums and their collections.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'place of the Muses' ('museum') where people study or learn about collections — that's what 'museological' means.

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