Dendrologous

/denˈdrɒləɡəs/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of dendrology; having the nature of tree science or study.

Etymology

From Greek 'dendron' (tree) + 'logia' (study) + '-ous' (full of, having the quality of). A rarely-used variant form of dendrological.

Kelly Says

This archaic adjective reminds us how language evolves—newer, simpler forms like 'dendrological' replace older variants, but the root meaning about studying trees stays constant!

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