botany
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n noun, plural bot·a·nies.
1.
the science of plants; the branch of biology that deals with plant life.
2.
the plant life of a region: the botany of Alaska.
3.
the biology of a plant or plant group: the botany of deciduous trees.
4.
( sometimes initial capital letter ) Botany wool.
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| —n , pl -nies | |
| 1. | the study of plants, including their classification, structure, physiology, ecology, and economic importance |
| 2. | the plant life of a particular region or time |
| 3. | the biological characteristics of a particular group of plants |
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Word Origin & History
botany
1690s, from botanic. The -y is from astronomy, etc. Botany Bay so called by Capt. Cook on account of the great variety of plants found there.
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Science Dictionary
botany (bŏt'n-ē) Pronunciation Key
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Cultural Dictionary
botany definition
The scientific study and categorization of plants. (See fruit, photosynthesis, and plant kingdom.)
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Example sentences
The section on botany explains the taxonomy, morphology and reproductive biology of the species.
His trilogy was filled with his knowledge of botany and geology.
The botany program ensures that the plant resource is considered in management actions.
Botany wonks, eccentric gardeners and quirky landscapers might be drawn to cycads.
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