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phenology

Syllabification: (phe·nol·o·gy)
Pronunciation: /fiˈnäləjē/

Definition of phenology

noun

  • the study of cyclic and seasonal natural phenomena, especially in relation to climate and plant and animal life.

Derivatives

phenological

Pronunciation: /ˌfēnəˈläjikəl/

adjective

Origin:

late 19th century: from phenomenon + -logy

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Definition of phenology in the British & World English dictionary

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