# entomology

/ˌɛntəˈmɑɫədʒi/ (US) · /ɛntəmˈɒlədʒi/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/entomology
Updated: 2026-05-25

## Definition

the scientific study of insects. People who study this look at how bugs live, grow, and move around the world.

For teachers: the branch of zoology concerned with the study of insects. Often involves the classification, identification, and ecological analysis of arthropods.

## Examples

- She decided to study entomology to learn more about bees.
- The university's department of entomology is conducting a long-term study on how local beetles are affected by climate change.
- Advances in entomology have provided critical insights into pest control, leading to more sustainable agricultural practices that minimize the use of broad-spectrum chemical pesticides.

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