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ichthyology

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Noun — The scientific study of fish, as a part of zoology.

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study ichthyology a course in ichthyology marine ichthyology a professor of ichthyology

It is a formal, scientific term.

Etymology

The word is formed in English from ichthyo- and -logy, meaning the study of fish.

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Frequently asked questions

What is ichthyology?
Ichthyology is the scientific study of fish, as a part of zoology.
What do you call someone who studies fish?
A person who studies fish is usually called an ichthyologist.
How do you pronounce ichthyology?
It is pronounced ik-thee-OL-uh-jee, with the stress on the third syllable.

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