biology

/baɪˈɑləd͡ʒi/ noun B1

The study of all life or living matter. (countable, uncountable) · Near-synonyms: life science, life sciences; see also Thesaurus:biology
The living organisms of a particular region. (countable, uncountable)
The structure, function, and behavior of an organism or type of organism. (countable, uncountable) · the biology of the whale

Plural biologies

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For years, this behavior was blamed on laziness or phones, but scientists now believe that biology plays an important role.

Why teenagers can't get up, p. 1 · B2

This profound experience, often called olfactory memory, is a fascinating intersection of biology and human psychology.

The Scent of the Past, p. 1 · C1

I scroll endlessly through documentaries exploring marine biology, intricate historical dramas, and lighthearted domestic comedies, entirely unable to commit to a single narrative.

The Tyranny of Choice, p. 1 · C2

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