conchological

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or studying the structure of shells and the animals that produce them.

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Variants

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conchological , conchologies , conchologist , conchologists , conchology

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'konkhe' meaning shell.

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Trivia

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1. Conchology is also known as 'helminthology' in some older texts.

2. The largest known conch shell is over 8 feet long and was found in the Bahamas.

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Related Concepts

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1. Malacology: The scientific study of mollusks, which includes conchology as a subdiscipline focused on the study of their shells.

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Culture

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Conchology has been a popular hobby and scientific pursuit for centuries, particularly in coastal communities. It has been used to study the evolution and classification of mollusks, as well as to identify and catalog different species of shells.

How to Memorize "conchological"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine holding a seashell in your hand and studying its intricate patterns and structure.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'conchology' with the image of a seashell and the study of it.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym C-O-N-C-H-O-L-O-G-Y to remember the meaning: 'Conchology is the study of shells'.

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