1. in a manner relating to or based on the study of bones and skeletal structure
Usage: technical; scientific

Examples

• The fossils were analyzed osteologically to determine the age and species of the ancient creature.
• Osteologically speaking, the two skeletons showed significant differences in bone density.
• The researcher examined the remains osteologically before drawing any conclusions about the population.
• The specimens were classified osteologically based on their vertebral structure.