ontology
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/ɑːnˈtɑːlədʒi/
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/ɒnˈtɒlədʒi/
The study of what things in the world are and how they are related.
In philosophy, ontology is an important topic that helps us understand the nature of existence.
A set of information that shows how different things are connected in a particular area of knowledge.
Creating an ontology for a new software system helps developers understand the relationships between different parts.