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Definition of botany

botany

/ˈbɑːtəni/
bot · a · ny
Adverb:botanically
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Plural:botanies
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Adjective:botanical
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• noun

1

The scientific study of plants, encompassing their physiology, structure, genetics, ecology, distribution, and classification.

Example

"She decided to major in botany after spending a summer cataloging wildflowers in the national park."

2

The plant life, floral characteristics, or botanical properties of a particular region, habitat, or geological period.

Example

"The isolated island possesses a unique botany that has evolved independently from the mainland for millions of years."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 17th century from the earlier English word 'botanic', which derives from Ancient Greek 'botanikos', from 'botane' meaning 'pasture, grass, or fodder', and ultimately from the verb 'boskein' meaning 'to feed or graze'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Botany. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/botany
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