loimology

/loʊɪˈmɒlədʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

The study of the origin and history of words and languages.

“The linguist spent years studying the field of loimology.”

2. noun

The study of the etymology and development of words and languages.

“The scholar’s work in loimology helped us understand the evolution of language.”

Synonyms

  • etymology
  • lexicology