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conchological (adjective) (not comparable)
1. Pertaining to, or connected with, conchology: Whenever Greg was at the seashore he collected conchological shells, mostly those of mollusks.
2. A reference to a branch of zoology that deals with the study of mollusks and shells: Since Sam grew up next to the ocean, he loved the marine life an decided to do conchological research after completing his studies.
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