hydrology
What is another word for hydrology? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The scientific study of how water occurs, moves and behaves on land, underground and in the air.
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How to use hydrology
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
local hydrology
study hydrology
a hydrology report
river hydrology
It is a scientific term used in earth science, engineering and environmental work.
Etymology
The word is formed in English from the prefix hydro- and the ending -ology.
Full origin of hydrology →Frequently asked questions
What is hydrology?
Hydrology is the scientific study of how water occurs, moves and behaves on land, underground and in the air.
What does a hydrologist do?
A hydrologist works in hydrology, so studies how water moves and where it is found.
Is hydrology countable?
It is usually uncountable, though it can be used with 'the' when it refers to the water of a particular place.
