symbology[sɪmˈbɑləd͡ʒi]EtymologyFrom symbol + -ology, with (haplology) of -olol- to -ol.symbology means The study or use of symbols. Lexicurio rates it Rare gem — a strength score of 84 out of 100.nounThe study or use of symbols.An encoding scheme, particularly for barcodes.“The pronounced symbology of antispecial privileges in schools and in society at large underscores the pervasive emphasis on the social equality of the common man.”