apiology

American

[ey-pee-ol-uh-jee] / ˌeɪ piˈɒl ə dʒi /

noun

the scientific study of bees, especially honeybees.

Other Word Forms

apiologist noun

Etymology

Origin of apiology

< Latin api ( s ) bee + -o- + -logy

Example Sentences

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In the 20th century, apiology, the study of bees, took off.

From The Guardian

Apiology, Hanson reminds us, is not just about the scientific buzz: bee behaviour has shed light on human issues from addiction to collective decision-making.

From Nature

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