zoological
adj.adj. relating to the scientific study of animals. You use this word when talking about things like animal behavior, biology, or zoos.
adj. relating to the branch of biology that deals with the animal kingdom and animal life. Typically used in academic or institutional contexts to describe research, collections, or classifications.
The city is planning to open a new zoological garden.
The university offers several zoological courses focusing on marine life and conservation efforts.
Researchers conducted a comprehensive zoological survey of the region to document the impact of habitat loss on local bird populations.
From zoology + -ical.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Typically used attributively before a noun.
Last updated May 11, 2026