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• the science that studies living organisms
Example sentence • I am studying biology in college.
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• a pseudoscience claiming divination by the positions of the planets and sun and moon
Example sentence • I don't believe in astrology , but many people find comfort in reading their horoscope.
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• a science that deals with the history of the earth as recorded in rocks
Example sentence • I am taking a geology course this semester.
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• the branch of anthropology that studies prehistoric people and their cultures
Example sentence • My friend is majoring in archaeology and hopes to work on historical sites.
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• the branch of the biological sciences dealing with the functioning of organisms
Example sentence • The study of human physiology is essential for understanding how our bodies function.
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• an arrangement of events in time
Example sentence • The historian carefully studied the chronology of events leading up to the war.
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• an expression of regret at having caused trouble for someone
Example sentence • I owe you an apology for my behavior last night.
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• the science of mental life
Example sentence • She decided to pursue a career in psychology to understand the human mind better.
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• an elaborate and systematic plan of action
Example sentence • Developing a marketing strategy is essential for business growth.
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• the application of the knowledge and usage of tools (such as machines or utensils) and techniques to control one's environment
Example sentence • The school invested in new technology to enhance the learning experience.
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• the branch of medicine dealing with the heart and its diseases
Example sentence • He specializes in cardiology and treats patients with heart conditions.
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• the branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases
Example sentence • My sister is going to study dermatology at university.
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• the practice of eating fungi (especially mushrooms collected in the wild)
Example sentence • Many animals engage in mycophagy as a way to obtain nutrients.
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Example sentence • Some species of birds have a monophagy diet, only feeding on fruits.
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• The eating of raw flesh.
Example sentence • Some cultures practice omophagy as a part of their religious rituals.
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• an inference that if things agree in some respects they probably agree in others
Example sentence • She used an analogy to explain the concept of evolution.
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• the environment as it relates to living organisms
Example sentence • The study of ecology focuses on the relationships between organisms and their environment.
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• a formal expression of praise for someone who has died recently
Example sentence • She delivered a beautiful eulogy at her grandfather's funeral.
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• myths collectively; the body of stories associated with a culture or institution or person
Example sentence • Greek mythology is filled with gods and heroes.
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• the branch of medical science that deals with the nervous system
Example sentence • She decided to pursue a career in neurology to study the complexities of the human brain.
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• the branch of medical science that studies the causes and nature and effects of diseases
Example sentence • She is studying pathology in medical school.
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• the rational and systematic study of religion and its influences and of the nature of religious truth
Example sentence • John is pursuing a degree in theology at the university.
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• a set of three literary or dramatic works related in subject or theme
Example sentence • I enjoyed reading the Lord of the Rings trilogy .
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• the social science that studies the origins and social relationships of human beings
Example sentence • She is majoring in anthropology at university.
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• the branch of anthropology that studies prehistoric people and their cultures
Example sentence • My friend is pursuing a career in archeology and has participated in several digs.
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• the scientific study of crime and criminal behavior and law enforcement
Example sentence • The criminology class focused on studying patterns of criminal behavior.
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• the branch of zoology that studies fishes
Example sentence • I am considering pursuing a career in ichthyology to study marine life.
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• an orientation that characterizes the thinking of a group or nation
Example sentence • His political ideology is based on socialism.
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• the branch of medical science dealing with the medical use of X-rays or other penetrating radiation
Example sentence • She is studying radiology at a prestigious university.
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• the branch of pharmacology that deals with the nature and effects and treatments of poisons
Example sentence • The toxicology report showed high levels of a lethal substance in the victim's bloodstream.
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• eating earth, clay, chalk; occurs in some primitive tribes, sometimes in cases of nutritional deficiency or obsessive behavior
Example sentence • Some believe that geophagy helps relieve digestive issues.
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• United States novelist (1909-1955)
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• a collection of selected literary passages
Example sentence • The English teacher assigned an anthology of short stories for the students to read.
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• a final climactic stage
Example sentence • The moon is at its apogee when it is farthest from the Earth.
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• small Australian parakeet usually light green with black and yellow markings in the wild but bred in many colors
Example sentence • I bought a new budgie for my daughter as a birthday present.
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• the metaphysical study of the origin and nature of the universe
Example sentence • Astronomy and cosmology are closely related fields of study.
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• the science of analyzing and deciphering codes and ciphers and cryptograms
Example sentence • Alice is studying cryptology at university.
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• the branch of biology that studies the structure and function of cells
Example sentence • The laboratory technician specializes in cytology and analyzes cell samples.
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• impassioned appeals to the prejudices and emotions of the populace
Example sentence • His speech was full of demagogy and empty promises.
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• a hymn or verse in Christian liturgy glorifying God
Example sentence • The church concluded the service with a joyful doxology .
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Example sentence • My sister is currently pursuing a degree in enology .
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• the branch of zoology that studies the behavior of animals in their natural habitats
Example sentence • Jane is conducting research in ethology to better understand how birds communicate.
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• the study of handwriting (especially as an indicator of the writer's character or disposition)
Example sentence • Many businesses use graphology as a tool for employee assessment.
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• the branch of biology that studies the microscopic structure of animal or plant tissues
Example sentence • The histology lab is equipped with high-end microscopes.
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• the branch of geology that studies water on the earth and in the atmosphere: its distribution and uses and conservation
Example sentence • The study of hydrology focuses on the movement, distribution, and quality of water on Earth.
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• reversal of the syntactic relation of two words (as in `her beauty's face')
Example sentence • The hypallage in this poem creates a vivid image of the sunset painting the sky.
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• the branch of biology that deals with the structure of animals and plants
Example sentence • The study of the morphology of plants is called plant morphology .
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• the person who accepts a mortgage
Example sentence • The mortgagee has the legal right to repossess the property if the borrower defaults on the loan.
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• a notice of someone's death; usually includes a short biography
Example sentence • The necrology of the church lists all the members who have passed away.
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• the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of tumors
Example sentence • She decided to pursue a career in oncology because she wanted to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients.
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