Definition

Relating to the study of deformities or abnormalities, especially in the context of development and classification of physical malformations.

Example

The teratologic aspects of the research focused on congenital deformities in animals.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about teratologic studies in biology?

No, I haven't. What do they focus on?

They deal with the development of deformities and how they occur.

That sounds really interesting! I’d love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Teratologic → It is formed from "terato-" (from Greek "teratos", meaning monster or abnormality) and "-logic" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). The word refers to the study of abnormalities or monsters, particularly in biological contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'terato-' meaning monster and '-logic' meaning study — so teratologic is the study of monsters or abnormalities.

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