Xylology

Xylology (/zaɪˈlɒlədʒi/) a branch of dendrochronology focused on the gross and minute structure of wood.[1]

Etymology

The word xylology is composed of 'xylo-' (coming from the Greek word 'xylon', meaning 'wood'), and '-logy', meaning 'the study of' or 'the science of'.

References
  1. "Xylology | Definition of Xylology by Merriam-Webster". Merriam-webster.com. 2020-10-16. Retrieved 2020-10-21.


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