geology

[ jee-ol-uh-jee ]

/ dʒiˈɒl ə dʒi /

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noun, plural ge·ol·o·gies.

the science that deals with the dynamics and physical history of the earth, the rocks of which it is composed, and the physical, chemical, and biological changes that the earth has undergone or is undergoing.

the study of this science.

the geologic features and processes occurring in a given region on the earth or on a celestial body: the geology of Mars; the geology of eastern Kentucky.

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Origin of geology

First recorded in 1680–90; geo- + -logy

Words nearby geology

Geological Survey, geological timescale, geologic time, geologist, geologize, geology, geom., geomagnetic, geomagnetic equator, geomagnetic pole, geomagnetic reversal

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How to use geology in a sentence

There are landers looking at the interior geology and measuring the planet’s seismic activity.
We need to go to Venus as soon as possible|Neel Patel|September 16, 2020|MIT Technology Review
While an elemental analysis can authenticate a product’s terroir, it does not suggest that geology shapes flavor.
How does a crop’s environment shape a food’s smell and taste?|Carolyn Beans|September 10, 2020|Science News
A coffee’s chemical quality “comes down to geology,” Ehleringer says.
How does a crop’s environment shape a food’s smell and taste?|Carolyn Beans|September 10, 2020|Science News
Although it’s an asteroid, its geology is compelling and diverse.
The 5 best places to explore in the solar system—besides Mars|Neel Patel|August 17, 2020|MIT Technology Review

As someone who studies Martian geology, I’m definitely looking forward to 2031 but am grateful I don’t have to wait 11 years to study rocks from Mars.
Meteorites From Mars Contain Clues About the Red Planet’s Geology|Arya Udry|June 17, 2020|Singularity Hub
Geology is important to making great wine, and it is particularly respected by French vintners.
Wine, Watch Out! These Ciders Are Just as Good|Jordan Salcito|July 19, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Your background in geology has a big influence on this book.
The Man Who Made America: Simone Winchester Talks New Book|Eric Herschthal|October 17, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Geology, literally, as I say in this book, “underlies everything.”
The Man Who Made America: Simone Winchester Talks New Book|Eric Herschthal|October 17, 2013|DAILY BEAST
He recommended I take the Oxford University entrance exam in geology, and I did fairly well.
The Man Who Made America: Simone Winchester Talks New Book|Eric Herschthal|October 17, 2013|DAILY BEAST
The Daily Pic: Just when he hit it big with geology, the Californian turned to sociology.
Llyn Foulkes Changes Tacks|Blake Gopnik|July 31, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Second, geology, which takes account of all those actions which in process of time have been developed in our own sphere.
Outlines of the Earth's History|Nathaniel Southgate Shaler
In geology there are half a dozen divisions relating to particular branches of that subject.
Outlines of the Earth's History|Nathaniel Southgate Shaler
On the basis of this understanding the science of geology, which had in a way been founded by the Greeks, was revived.
Outlines of the Earth's History|Nathaniel Southgate Shaler
No man who ever was in a quarry or gravel pit will say so, much less one who has the least smattering of chemistry or geology.
Gospel Philosophy|J. H. Ward
He was very successful in diffusing among the young a love for the study of mineralogy and geology.
The Every Day Book of History and Chronology|Joel Munsell

British Dictionary definitions for geology

geology

/ (dʒɪˈɒlədʒɪ) /

noun

the scientific study of the origin, history, structure, and composition of the earth

the geological features of a district or country

Derived forms of geology

geological (ˌdʒɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl) or geologic, adjectivegeologically, adverbgeologist or geologer, noun

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Scientific definitions for geology

geology

[ jē-ŏl′ə-jē ]

The scientific study of the origin of the Earth along with its rocks, minerals, land forms, and life forms, and of the processes that have affected them over the course of the Earth's history.

The structure of a specific region of the Earth, including its rocks, soils, mountains, fossils, and other features.

Cultural definitions for geology

geology

The science devoted to the study of the Earth, particularly the solid Earth and the rocks that compose it.

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