Criminology Definition & Meaning

criminology
noun
  1. the scientific study of crime and criminal behavior and law enforcement

"Criminology" in song lyrics

See how criminology is used in real songs:

  • "And that ain't even criminology"
    J-Live — How Real it Is
  • "The evolution of criminology"
    Penhead — Penicillin
  • "To master, the criminology"
    Sunz of Man f/ 7th Ambassador — Wicked Ways

Usage tips for "criminology"

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