ufology

[ yoo-fol-uh-jee ]

noun

1. the study of unidentified flying objects.

ufology

/ ˌjuːˈfɒlədʒɪ /

noun

1. the study of UFOs

Derived Forms

• uˈfologist, noun

Other Words From

• u·fo·log·i·cal [yoo-f, uh, -, loj, -i-k, uh, l], adjective
• u·folo·gist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of ufology¹

First recorded in 1955–60; UFO + -logy

Example Sentences

Late in the day, Whitley Strieber, the “Communion” author and legendary professed experiencer, opened the Legends of Ufology panel to thunderous applause.

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There, a fascination with Ufology melded with esoteric spirituality, government conspiracy, alt-celebrity culture and a bit of self-awareness about how loopy this can all get.

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Ufology, like Protestantism, is a big-tent religion, and “A lot of this overlaps,” Janix said.

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You discuss ufology radio hosts who caught the ears of people like Alex Jones.

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There’s a lot of ufology and paranormal-adjacent stuff that is important to know for a full understanding of the history of the subject.

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