Graminological

/ɡræmɪnəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or concerning the scientific study of grasses; pertaining to graminology.

Etymology

From 'graminology' (the study of grasses) plus the adjectival suffix '-ical.' This term parallels 'botanical' but specifically designates grass science.

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Graminological research might sound boring until you realize that grass scientists have literally changed civilization—they created most of our food crops through selective breeding!

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