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cosmogony

Cosmogony (noun) means the study of the origin, and sometimes the development, of the universe or the solar system, in astrophysics, religion, and other fields.

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The study of the origin, and sometimes the development, of the universe or the solar system, in astrophysics, religion, and other fields.

Any specific theory, model, myth, or other account of the origin of the universe.

The creation of the universe: the origin and early development of the cosmos.

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Etymology

From Ancient Greek κοσμογονία (kosmogonía), from κόσμος (kósmos, “world”) + γόνος (gónos, “creation”). By surface analysis, cosmo- + -gony.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of cosmogony?

"cosmogony" (noun) means the study of the origin, and sometimes the development, of the universe or the solar system, in astrophysics, religion, and other fields.

What are the different meanings of cosmogony?

"cosmogony" has 3 main meanings: 1. The study of the origin, and sometimes the development, of the universe or the solar system, in astrophysics, religion, and other fields; 2. Any specific theory, model, myth, or other account of the origin of the universe; 3. The creation of the universe: the origin and early development of the cosmos.