malacology

/mæləˈkɒlədʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

the study of mollusks

“She earned her degree in malacology and went on to specialize in shellfish.”

2. noun

the collection of mollusks

“He spent years building his extensive malacology, featuring specimens from around the world.”

Synonyms

  • conchology
  • molluskology

Antonyms

  • entomology
  • ichthyology