GRE vocabulary
Philology
The study of literary texts and of written records, the establishment of their authenticity and their original form, and the determination of their meaning.
Example
"Her passion for ancient languages led her to pursue a career in philology, meticulously analyzing historical documents."
Etymology
From Greek 'philos' (loving) and 'logos' (word, reason).
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