word
criminology
krim-ih-NOL-oh-jee
/ˌkrɪmɪˈnɒlədʒi/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
criminology
Dictionary meaning
The scientific study of crime, criminals, and criminal behavior
History and origin
Latin/Greek
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