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Definition of xylology

xylology

/zaɪˈlɑː.lə.dʒi/
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Adjective:xylological
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• noun

1

The scientific study of wood, including its macroscopic and microscopic structure, physical properties, and identification.

Example

"To accurately date and source the antique timber frames, the archaeological team consulted an expert in xylology."

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• Rhymes for xylology

• Nearby Words

xylogenous
xyloidin
xyloidine
xylology
xyloma
xylometer
xylonic

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Greek words 'xylon', meaning 'wood', and '-logia', meaning 'study of'. Coined in the 19th century.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Xylology. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/xylology
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