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Definition of ophiology in English: ophiologynoun ɒfɪˈɒlədʒi mass nounThe branch of zoology that deals with snakes. Example sentencesExamples - For example, Kekulé thought up the ring structure of the benzene molecule after a dream of a snake grasping its tail, but chemists don't need to worry about correct ophiology to analyse benzene!
- That, in fact, Holmes did recognize it for what it was, testifies to his profound knowledge of ophiology.
Derivatives noun Fonda is Charles ‘Hoppsy‘Pike, an ale heir and amateur ophiologist; he's come from a year up the Amazon and hailed a cruise ship sailing for New York.
Origin Early 19th century: from Greek ophis 'snake' + -logy. Definition of ophiology in US English: ophiologynoun The branch of zoology that deals with snakes. Example sentencesExamples - That, in fact, Holmes did recognize it for what it was, testifies to his profound knowledge of ophiology.
- For example, Kekulé thought up the ring structure of the benzene molecule after a dream of a snake grasping its tail, but chemists don't need to worry about correct ophiology to analyse benzene!
Origin Early 19th century: from Greek ophis ‘snake’ + -logy. |