Lichenology

Origin

lichen + -ology

Full definition of lichenology

Noun

1. the scientific study of lichens
• 1995, November 3, Jerry Sullivan, Field & Street, You start out pulling a few weeds, and the next thing you know you're studying for finals in lichenology.
• December 21, Now lichenology has a photo-illustrated guide that should not be overlooked--the long-awaited Lichens of North America.

Related terms

• lichenologic/lichenological
• lichenologist