geology
jih-OL-uh-jih
Geology (noun) means the scientific study of the earth's structure, materials, and history, especially through its rocks. Example: “He took a course in geology to understand how mountains form.”
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1
The scientific study of the earth's structure, materials, and history, especially through its rocks.
"He took a course in geology to understand how mountains form."
"Geology teaches us how layers of rock build up over millions of years."
"My sister studies geology and spends her summers collecting samples in the hills."
2
The physical rock structure of a particular region.
"The geology of the area made it rich in coal deposits."
"The geology of the island is mostly volcanic rock and black sand."
"Chalk dominates the local geology, which is why the cliffs are so white."
How to use geology
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe science of rocks, land formations, and how the earth changes over time.
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Etymology
From geo- ("earth") plus -logy ("study of"), ultimately from Greek roots.
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What does “geology” mean?
The word “geology” means the scientific study of the earth's structure, materials, and history, especially through its rocks. In plain terms, the science of rocks, land formations, and how the earth changes over time.
How do you pronounce “geology”?
“Geology” is pronounced jih-OL-uh-jih (/d͡ʒiˈɑ.lə.dʒi/ in IPA).
How do you use “geology” in a sentence?
Here is “geology” used in a sentence: “He took a course in geology to understand how mountains form.”
What part of speech is “geology”?
“Geology” is a noun.
Where does the word “geology” come from?
The word “geology” comes from Greek. From geo- ("earth") plus -logy ("study of"), ultimately from Greek roots.
Is “geology” a common word?
“Geology” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “geology” have?
“Geology” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the scientific study of the earth's structure, materials, and history, especially through its rocks.
What is the difference between geology and geography?
Geology is the scientific study of the earth's structure, materials, and history, especially through its rocks, while geography studies places, features, and the spatial relationships between them, including human and physical elements.
What is the difference between geology and earth science?
Geology focuses specifically on the earth's structure, materials, and history as revealed through rocks, while earth science is a broader umbrella term that can include geology alongside related fields such as meteorology and oceanography.
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