Definition

1. Noun:
   • The scientific study of animals: Zoological science is the branch of biology dedicated to the comprehensive study of animal life. This includes their classification, structure, embryology, evolution, distribution, behavior, and their interactions with ecosystems.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Her advanced degree in zoological science led to a career in wildlife conservation.
  • The museum's exhibit was based on the latest research in zoological science.
  • Zoological science encompasses diverse fields like ornithology and entomology.

Advanced Usage

• "The principles of zoological science": Refers to the fundamental theories and methodologies that form the foundation of the discipline.
  • The veterinarian applied the principles of zoological science to diagnose the rare condition.

Variants and Related Words

• Zoology (n): This is the more common, shorter synonym for "zoological science." The two terms are often used interchangeably in academic contexts.
  • He majored in zoology at university.
• Zoological (adj): Of or relating to zoology or animals.
  • The zoological park houses over a thousand species.
• Zoologist (n): A scientist who studies zoology.
  • The zoologist published a paper on primate communication.

Synonyms

• Zoology: The science of animals.
• Animal biology: The biological study of animals.

Related Phrases

• "A zoological perspective": A viewpoint or analysis informed by the science of zoology.
  • From a zoological perspective, the behavior was not unusual.

Noun

1. the branch of biology that studies animals