biosystematy

/baɪoʊsɪstəˈmætɪks/ or /baɪəʊsɪstəˈmætɪks/

Definitions

1. noun

The branch of biology dealing with the classification, description, and naming of organisms.

“The study of biosystematics led to the development of a new species classification system.”

2. noun

The principles and methods used in classifying and identifying living organisms.

“The scientist specialized in the application of biosystematics to understand the evolutionary history of species.”

3. adjective

Related to or concerned with the classification and naming of living organisms.

“Biosystematic research is a crucial aspect of modern biology.”

Synonyms

  • biological classification
  • taxonomy

Antonyms

  • species chaos
  • unclassifiable organisms