phycology
1 synonym for phycology, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Phycology is the scientific study of algae.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
algology
How to use phycology
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
study phycology
a phycology lab
marine phycology
phycology research
This is a specialist scientific term, not used in everyday conversation.
Etymology
Phycology is built from the combining form phyco-, referring to seaweed or algae, joined to the suffix -logy, meaning the study of something. Together the two parts describe the branch of science devoted to algae.
Full origin of phycology →Frequently asked questions
What does phycology mean?
Phycology is the branch of science that studies algae, including seaweeds and other algal organisms.
Is phycology the same as algology?
Yes, algology is another name for the same field of study.
Is phycology a common everyday word?
No, it is a technical term used mainly in biology and marine science.
