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Meaning of montology in English:

montology

Pronunciation /mɒnˈtɒlədʒi/

noun

  • The study of mountains; specifically the interdisciplinary study of the physical, chemical, geological, and biological aspects of mountain regions; (also) the study of the lifestyles and economic concerns of people living in these regions.

Origin

1970s. From classical Latin mont-, mōns mount + -ology.