orchidology

[ awr-ki-dol-uh-jee ]

noun

1. the branch of botany or horticulture dealing with orchids.

Other Words From

• orchid·olo·gist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of orchidology¹

First recorded in 1880–85; orchido- + -logy

Example Sentences

This brief and vague description may suffice for readers who take more interest in romance than in orchidology.

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And here is a new Brassia just named by the pontiff of orchidology, Professor Reichenbach.

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Savants and professionals have kept the delights of orchidology to themselves as yet.

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I could make out a startling list of the martyrs of orchidology.

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On the roll of martyrs to orchidology, Mr. Pearce stands high.

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