ScienceAugust 20, 2026

ufology

yoo-FAH-luh-jee

Definition

The study or investigation of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and related phenomena, often involving the analysis of witness reports and evidence.

Etymology

The word is a portmanteau formed from the acronym UFO (Unidentified Flying Object) combined with the suffix -ology, which denotes a field of study and originates from the Greek 'logos' meaning study or discourse.

In the news

The article uses the word to describe the field of study Professor Avi Loeb has become the most quoted figure in, highlighting his transition into the center of public discourse regarding unidentified aerial phenomena.

Did the Government Just Admit It Can’t Explain the UAP Orbs — Or Did It Just Hire Someone to Explain Them Away?

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USA Herald

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