Meaning of the word osteology in English

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osteology

US /ˌɑːs.tiˈɑː.lə.dʒi/
UK /ˌɒs.tiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/
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Noun

the study of the structure and function of the skeleton and bony structures.

Example:
Forensic anthropologists often specialize in osteology to identify human remains.
The course covers various aspects of human osteology, including bone development and pathology.