bibliology

/ˌbɪblɪˈɒlədʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

the branch of library science concerned with the study, classification, and cataloging of books and other library materials

“The library school offered a course in bibliology to help students understand the organization of its vast collection.”

2. noun

the study of books and manuscripts, especially as related to their history, authorship, and bibliographical details

“The professor’s research in bibliology shed new light on the origins of the ancient text.”

Synonyms

  • bibliography
  • library science

Antonyms

  • illiteracy
  • literary ignorance