English word criminology comes from English criminal, English -logy
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| criminal | English (eng) | A person who is guilty of a crime, notably breaking the law. (figuratively) Abhorrent or very undesirable, even if allowed by law.. Being against the law; forbidden by law.. Guilty of breaking the law.. Of or relating to crime or penal law. |
| -logy | English (eng) | A branch of learning; a study of a particular subject.. Something said, or a way of speaking, a narrative. |
| criminology | English (eng) | The study of crime and criminals, especially their behaviour. |