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pteridology

Pronunciation: /ˌtɛrɪˈdɒlədʒi/
Definition of pteridology

noun

[mass noun]
  • the study of ferns and related plants.

Derivatives

pteridological

Pronunciation: /-dəˈlɒdʒɪk(ə)l/
adjective

pteridologist

noun

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Greek pteris, pterid- 'fern' + -logy

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