oceanography
2 synonyms for oceanography, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The scientific study of the oceans and the ocean floor.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
marine science
oceanology
How to use oceanography
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
study oceanography
physical oceanography
professor of oceanography
oceanography department
It is a neutral, scientific term used in both academic and everyday writing.
Etymology
The word was formed in English from ocean and the ending -ography.
Full origin of oceanography →Frequently asked questions
What is oceanography?
Oceanography is the scientific study of the oceans and the ocean floor. It also covers the exploration of the sea.
What is a person who studies oceanography called?
Such a person is called an oceanographer.
Is oceanography the same as marine science?
The two terms are often used as near equivalents. Marine science is listed as a synonym of oceanography.
