pomology
the science that deals with fruits and fruit growing.
Origin of pomology
1Other words from pomology
- po·mo·log·i·cal [poh-muh-loj-i-kuhl], /ˌpoʊ məˈlɒdʒ ɪ kəl/, adjective
- po·mo·log·i·cal·ly, adverb
- po·mol·o·gist, noun
Words Nearby pomology
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How to use pomology in a sentence
Success in many branches of horticulture and pomology, depends upon attention to the habits of insects.
Soil Culture | J. H. WaldenThe Grapes of New York makes its chief contribution to the pomology of the country in the description of varieties.
The Grapes of New York | U. P. HedrickFrom the ashes of millions of seedlings will arise, Phoenix-like, the creations that will dominate our future prairie pomology.
It is of the esthetic value of the apple I would write, leaving its supreme place in pomology unassailed.
Getting Acquainted with the Trees | J. Horace McFarlandIt is hoped that American students of pomology will appreciate the efforts which have been made in their behalf.
American Pomology | J. A. Warder
British Dictionary definitions for pomology
/ (pɒˈmɒlədʒɪ) /
the branch of horticulture that is concerned with the study and cultivation of fruit
Origin of pomology
1Derived forms of pomology
- pomological (ˌpɒməˈlɒdʒɪkəl), adjective
- pomologically, adverb
- pomologist, noun
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