biology

noun
UK: /baɪˈɒlədʒi/
US: /baɪˈɑːlədʒi/

  1. The scientific study of living things.

    1. I'm taking a class in biology this semester. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her research in biology focuses on understanding the complexities of cellular interactions. [ ] [ ]

  2. The biological characteristics of a living thing.

    1. Human biology is a fascinating area of study. [ ] [ ]
    2. Understanding plant biology is crucial for developing sustainable agricultural practices and food security. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

botany zoology life science
biology adjective

  1. Relating to the study of living things.

    1. The biology teacher is very knowledgeable. [ ] [ ]
    2. The biology department offers a wide range of courses for undergraduate and graduate students. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "biology" in English means: The scientific study of living things., The biological characteristics of a living thing..

The phonetic transcription of "biology" is /baɪˈɒlədʒi/ in British English and /baɪˈɑːlədʒi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "biology": botany, zoology, life science.

Example usage of "biology": "I'm taking a class in biology this semester.". More examples on the page.