"ktenology" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Coined by Leo Alexander (1905–1985), American psychiatrist and neurologist, from Ancient Greek roots. Etymology templates: {{uder|en|grc|-}} Ancient Greek Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} ktenology (uncountable)
  1. (rare) The science of putting people to death. Wikipedia link: Leo Alexander Tags: rare, uncountable
    Sense id: en-ktenology-en-noun-gNUjni47 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English undefined derivations

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