biology

[bahy-ol-uh-jee]

noun

1. the science of life or living matter in all its forms and phenomena, especially with reference to origin, growth, reproduction, structure, and behavior.

2. the living organisms of a region.

   the biology of Pennsylvania.

3. the biological phenomena characteristic of an organism or a group of organisms.

   She is studying the biology of worms, especially in regard to their reproductive behavior.

biology

/ baɪˈɒlədʒɪ /

noun

1. the study of living organisms, including their structure, functioning, evolution, distribution, and interrelationships

2. the structure, functioning, etc, of a particular organism or group of organisms

3. the animal and plant life of a particular region

biology

1. The scientific study of life and of living organisms. Botany, zoology, and ecology are all branches of biology.

biology

1. The study of life and living systems.

Other Word Forms

• biologist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of biology¹

From the German word Biologie, dating back to 1805–15. See bio-, -logy

Example Sentences

We were built to socialize, the author writes; it’s time we “honor the biology we’ve been gifted.”

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Burgess, 53 years old, grew up in Hanover, N.H., the son of a biology professor and a teacher.

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For Ogretmen, the novel findings highlight the power of teamwork, noting the collaboration across Hollings' research programs in cancer biology, immunology and prevention.

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In the worlds of physics and astronomy, biology and mathematics, technology and medicine, there are myriad topics that are fiendishly difficult to explain.

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If you've ever felt calmer after a walk in the park or a stroll through the woods, it's not your imagination - it's biology.

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• natural science 
• zoology