botany

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Noun botany has 1 sense

botany, phytology - the branch of biology that studies plants
--₁ is a kind of biology, biological science
--₁ has particulars:
mycology; pomology; paleobotany, palaeobotany; pteridology

Derived forms: verb botanize₁, verb botanise₁

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Term: Botany

Description:

Botany is the scientific study of plants, encompassing their behavior, structure, growth, reproduction, and distribution. It is a branch of biology that focuses on understanding the diversity and significance of plant life on our planet.

Sample Sentences:

She decided to pursue a career in botany and become a plant scientist.
The botany professor explained the process of photosynthesis in great detail.
I'm fascinated by the complex beauty of nature, which is why I love studying botany.

Senses:

Sense 1 - Noun:

The scientific study of plants.

Sense 2 - Noun:

The plant life of a specific area or region.

Sense 3 - Noun:

The characteristics and properties of a particular plant or group of plants.

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