/ɒstioʊˈlɒdʒɪk/ (os-tee-OL-oh-jik)

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or dealing with the study of bones

“The osteologic team at the museum developed an exhibit on dinosaur fossils.”

2. noun

the branch of anatomy that deals with the study of bones

“The course covered osteology and osteologic principles.”

3. noun

a person who specializes in the study of bones

“The osteologic expert examined the ancient skull.”