1. of or relating to conchology, the study of mollusks and their shells
Usage: technical; scientific

Examples

• The museum's conchological collection includes rare specimens from the Pacific Ocean.
• She pursued conchological research throughout her career as a marine biologist.
• The conchological society meets quarterly to discuss new shell discoveries.
• His conchological expertise helped identify the previously unknown species.
• The university offers a conchological course for students interested in malacology.