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/meθəˈdɒlədʒi/ · meth·o·dol·o·gy
noun
- The study of methods used in a field. The researcher's methodology was heavily influenced by her background in statistics.
- A collection of methods, practices, procedures, and rules used by those who work in some field. The company adopted an agile methodology to improve its software development process.
- The implementation of such methods, etc. The team's methodology for handling customer complaints was praised by the company's CEO.
Did you know? The term 'methodology' was first used in the 17th century to describe the study of methods in science, and has since been adopted in various fields, including social sciences and business.