Definition
acarologies
noun
- plural of acarology; the scientific study of mites and ticks, including their classification, behavior, ecology, and medical importance.
Usage: technical; scientific; used primarily in entomology and parasitology
Examples
- The researcher published several papers on acarologies, focusing on dust mite allergens.
- Acarologies has become increasingly important in understanding disease transmission by ticks.
- Graduate students in the entomology program often specialize in acarologies.
- Recent advances in acarologies have improved our knowledge of mite-related skin conditions.