Meaning & use
entomology
The scientific study of insects, including their behavior, biology, and classification.
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She switched her major to entomology after discovering her fascination with beetles.
The museum's entomology collection includes thousands of preserved butterflies and moths.
A note on using this word
Entomology is a branch of zoology and should not be confused with etymology, the study of word origins.
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