noun
biology
The study of living things and their processes.
She studies biology to understand how living cells function.
Etymology
The pieces join life with systematic study. Biology makes living organisms and their processes its subject, from individual cells to whole organisms and their relationships.
More examples
- The class explores the biology of marine animals.
- A microscope is essential for many biology lessons.
- His research connects biology with chemistry.
Forms
biologist noun — A scientist who studies living things.
Similar words
- zoology
- Focuses specifically on animals.
- botany
- Focuses specifically on plants.