nematology

/nɪˈmætɒlədʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

the branch of biology that deals with nematodes, especially their structure, development, and classification

“The professor’s research in nematology led to a breakthrough in understanding parasitic infections.”

2. noun

the study of nematodes in the context of their role in agriculture, ecology, or medicine

3. noun

the scientific study of roundworms

Synonyms

  • helminthology
  • parasitology

Antonyms

  • entomology
  • ornithology