glossology noun. [glɒ'sɒlǝdʒi] Now rare. E18.
[from GLOSSO- + -LOGY.]
1. Orig., the study of a particular language or languages. Later, (comparative) philology. E18.

2. (The explanation of) the terminology used in any science. M19.

■ glosso'logical adjective of or pertaining to glossology E18.

■ glossologist noun (a) a person who defines and explains terms; (b) an expert in or student of language or languages: E19.

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