botany
Translation
botany
Examples
She is studying botany at the university.
She is studying botany at the university.
Grammar Patterns
((botany)) the scientific study of plants She is studying botany.
Similar Words
Synonyms: plant science, phytology
Etymology
From Greek 'botanē' meaning 'plant, grass'. The suffix '-y' denotes a field of study.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'botanist' who 'buys' a lot of plants. They study 'botany'.