Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
philology
Noun
/fɪˈlɒl.ə.dʒi/
Definition
The study of language in written historical sources; it involves the analysis of literary texts and the development of languages over time.
Examples
- Philology helps us understand the origins of various languages.
- She specialized in Middle English philology during her studies.
- His passion for philology led him to explore ancient texts.
Meaning
Philology combines aspects of linguistics, literature, and history to explore how languages evolve and how literature reflects cultural contexts.
Synonyms
- linguistics
- language studies
- textual analysis
