zoology
/zuˈɒlədʒi/ · /zoʊˈɑːlədʒi/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #5507 in the learning path
动物学
Definitions
n. the scientific study of animals
动物学
Example
My cousin studies zoology and spends weekends watching birds.
我的表亲学习动物学，周末常去观察鸟类。
Research in zoology helps scientists understand animal behaviour and design more effective strategies for protecting endangered species.
动物学研究帮助科学家理解动物行为，并制定更有效的濒危物种保护策略。
Collocations
- study zoology
- a degree in zoology
- a zoology department
Word family
- zoologist (n.)
- zoological (adj.)
Usage tip
通常为不可数名词；研究植物的学科是botany。
FAQ
- What does zoology mean?
- the scientific study of animals
- How is zoology pronounced?
- UK /zuˈɒlədʒi/, US /zoʊˈɑːlədʒi/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
