garbology
noun
the study of the material discarded by a society to learn what it reveals about social or cultural patterns.
garbologist
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a word derived from
garbology.
Example Sentences
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But to Mr. Villanova, a garbologist is a kind of public servant.
From New York Times ● Aug. 18, 2010
Mr. Villanova is not the first self-styled garbologist to mine New York’s refuse.
From New York Times ● Aug. 18, 2010
