geoscience

American

[jee-oh-sahy-uhns] / ˌdʒi oʊˈsaɪ əns /

noun

earth science.

geoscience British

/ ˌdʒiːəʊˈsaɪəns /

noun

any science, such as geology, geophysics, geochemistry, or geodesy, concerned with the earth; an earth science
these sciences collectively

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Etymology

Origin of geoscience

First recorded in 1940–45; geo- + science

Example Sentences

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“I can’t think of any kind of geoscience it doesn’t cover, except atmospheric sciences.”

From Science Magazine • Nov. 17, 2024

The experience inspired him to pursue a doctorate in geoscience at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 20, 2024

Fewer than 15% of doctorate degrees in geoscience are awarded to people of color and fewer than 2% are awarded to Black scientists.

From Salon • Sep. 23, 2023

With a geoscience background and a specialization in science education and communication, Courtney is passionate about improving the public's understanding of climate change.

From Science Daily • Sep. 20, 2023

On the risk of larger tremors from fracking, the report concluded: "Forecasting the occurrence of large earthquakes… remains a scientific challenge for the geoscience community."

From BBC • Oct. 3, 2022

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