noun

mycology

my-KOL-uh-jee

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Mycology (noun) means the branch of science that deals with fungi. Example: “She decided to specialise in mycology after a childhood spent looking for toadstools in the woods.”

noun

The branch of science that deals with fungi.

"She decided to specialise in mycology after a childhood spent looking for toadstools in the woods."

"The university offers a short course in mycology for keen amateur foragers."

"His interest in mycology began with a single unusual mushroom in his garden."

How to use mycology

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMycology is the study of fungi, such as mushrooms and moulds.

When to use it

It is a scientific term, used mostly in academic, technical or specialist hobby settings.

Memory tip

The related word for a practitioner is mycologist, and the adjective is mycological.

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microbiology → mythology →

Common pairings

study mycology a course in mycology a mycology society a specialist in mycology

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

The word is formed in English from myco- and -logy. It may, however, have been taken over from French or German, which in turn drew on a New Latin form.

Origin: English

Synonyms

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fungology

Rhymes for mycology

eulogy apology zoology biology ecology analogy geology trilogy etiology pedagogy virology theology

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Frequently asked questions

What is mycology?

Mycology is the study of fungi. It covers organisms such as mushrooms, moulds and yeasts.

What is a person who studies mycology called?

A person who studies fungi is called a mycologist.

How do you pronounce mycology?

In British English it is said my-KOL-uh-jee, with the stress on the second syllable. The American pronunciation has a different vowel in that stressed syllable, so it sounds more like my-KAH-luh-jee.

What is the meaning of mycology?

"mycology" (noun) means the branch of science that deals with fungi.