ethnology

/ɛθˈnɑlədʒi/
noun
  1. The scientific study and comparison of different human cultures, their origins, and their development.
    • She decided to major in ethnology because she was fascinated by world cultures.
    • Ethnology helps us understand how different societies have evolved over time.
    • The book provides an introduction to ethnology and its methods.
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