Meaning of the word etymology in English

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etymology

US /ˌet̬.ɪˈmɑː.lə.dʒi/
UK /ˌet̬.ɪˈmɑː.lə.dʒi/
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Noun

1.

the study of the origin and history of words and their meanings

Example:
The etymology of the word 'hello' is quite interesting.
She specialized in the etymology of ancient Greek words.
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