WORD MEANING

Protozoology meaning

pro-toh-ZOH-uh-loh-jee · noun

The scientific study of protozoa, which are single-celled microscopic organisms.

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Other meanings

The branch of biology focusing on the classification and behavior of protozoans.

A field of research examining the role of protozoa in ecosystems and diseases.

Protozoology is primarily used in biological and medical contexts.

Examples

She specialized in protozoology during her graduate studies.

Protozoology involves the study of protozoans and their behavior.

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