/ˌɡlɒsˈɒlədʒi/ or /ˌɡlɒsˈɒlədʒi/ (GLOS-ol-uh-jee or gloss-uh-LOJ-ee)

Definitions

1. noun

The study of words, particularly their origins, meanings, and usage.

“She is a student of glossology, specializing in etymology.”

2. noun

The study of the formation and structure of words.

“The linguist’s work in glossology led to a deeper understanding of language development.”