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vexillology

noun

  1. the study of flags
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˌvɛk.sɪˈlɒl.ə.d͡ʒi/ / /ˌvɛk.səˈlɑl.ə.d͡ʒi/

noun

Etymology: First attested in 1959. From Latin vexillum (“flag”) + -logy, equivalent to vexillo- + -logy.

  1. The study of flags.

    Vexillology can help us to delve into national and global history.

    Sheldon: Over the next few 52 weeks, you and I are going to explore the dynamic world of vexillology.

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