Definition of "herpetology" [her•pe•tol•o•gy]

• The branch of zoology that deals with reptiles and amphibians. (noun)

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• "So even today, people interested in herpetology are afflicted with the most basic of problems: a lack of the right kind of literature."
• "I was bit by a snake at the woodshed and I dare anyone to claim I am not deserving of an honorary degree in herpetology."
• "He went on to talk about his work, and clarified that while he was an expert in herpetology, this had nothing to do with STDs, but in fact, amphibians and reptiles."