"pyrgology" meaning in All languages combined

See pyrgology on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: Ancient Greek Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} pyrgology (uncountable)
  1. (obsolete, rare) The study of towers. Tags: obsolete, rare, uncountable
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