methodology

 
Pronunciation: /mɛθəˈdɒlədʒi/

noun (plural methodologies)

  • a system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity: a methodology for investigating the concept of focal points [mass noun]: courses in research methodology and practice

Derivatives

methodological

Pronunciation: /-dəˈlɒdʒɪk(ə)l/
adjective

methodologically

Pronunciation: /-dəˈlɒdʒɪk(ə)li/
adverb

methodologist

noun

Origin:

early 19th century: from modern Latin methodologia or French méthodologie