"Shakespearology" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From Shakespeare + -ology. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Shakespeare|ology}} Shakespeare + -ology Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Shakespearology (uncountable)
  1. The study of William Shakespeare. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): William Shakespeare Derived forms: Shakespearologist

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