coalitionology

== English == === Etymology === From coalition +‎ -ology. === Noun === coalitionology (uncountable) (UK, Ireland, politics) (excessive) speculation around the time of a general election about possible coalition governments that might ensue 1991 October 25, Daily Report. West Europe (United States. Foreign Broadcast Information Service) FBIS-WEU-91-207 p.17: During the working lunch "between Old Danish [well known aquavit] and matured cheese," as Carl Bildt put it, "comparative coalitionology" was discussed. 2016 January 18, Tim Bale, quoted in "'Grand coalition' option cannot be ruled out" Irish Independent: But his advice was for the party to major on policy issues and avoid what he called "coalitionology". 2016 January 18, Latest polls suggest current Coalition will fall short of majority, RTÉ: Speaking on the same programme, Harry McGee, Political Correspondent of the Irish Times, said it was all about "coalitionology", with much speculation about combinations. 2020 February 12, Senan Molony, "Election 2020: ‘Coalitionology’ — your guide to possible partners for a majority" The Times [Ireland edition]: It’s been called “coalitionology”: the new parlour and parliamentary game being played all over the country. Leaving aside internal divisions within parties as to whom they would prefer as part[n]ers, here are the combinations that would work mathematically.