1. the branch of botany that studies mosses and liverworts
Usage: scientific field; from Greek bryon (moss) + -logy (study of)

Examples

• She earned her doctorate in bryology and now specializes in moss conservation.
• Bryology has revealed that mosses play an important role in forest ecosystems.
• The museum's bryology collection includes specimens from five continents.
• He became interested in bryology after discovering rare liverworts in the rainforest.
• Bryology research has shown that mosses can help restore degraded habitats.