noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:He has a passion for butterfly collecting, which he practices as a form of lepidoptery.

Definition:The act of collecting butterflies and moths, a common activity in lepidoptery.

From butterfly collecting

Example:The moth preservation method he uses has been widely adopted among lepidopterists.

Definition:The practice of preserving moths, an activity often engaged in by lepidopterists.

From moth preservation

Example:Her thesis focused on the butterfly behavior study, contributing significantly to the field of lepidoptery.

Definition:The scientific examination of the behavior of butterflies, a key aspect of lepidoptery.

From butterfly behavior study

Example:He has a spacious moth breeding room, which he uses to further his interest in lepidoptery.

Definition:The practice of raising moths, which is often a part of lepidoptery.

From moth breeding

Example:The new butterfly ecology project aims to better understand the role butterflies play in their ecosystems.

Definition:The study of the ecological relationships between butterflies and their environment, a core subject in lepidoptery.

From butterfly ecology