hydrogeology

American  

[hahy-droh-jee-ol-uh-jee] / ˌhaɪ droʊ dʒiˈɒl ə dʒi /

noun

1. the science dealing with the occurrence and distribution of underground water.

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hydrogeology British  

/ ˌhaɪdrədʒɪˈɒlədʒɪ /

noun

1. the branch of geology dealing with the waters below the earth's surface and with the geological aspects of surface waters

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hydrogeology Scientific  

/ hī′drō-jē-ŏl′ə-jē /

1. The scientific study of the occurrence, distribution, and effects of groundwater.

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Other Word Forms

• hydrogeologic adjective
• hydrogeological adjective
• hydrogeologist noun

Etymology

Origin of hydrogeology

First recorded in 1815–25; hydro- ¹ + geology

Example Sentences

The latest study helps inform California’s efforts to address subsidence and underscores the importance of considering the different effects pumping has in shallow aquifers and deep aquifers, said Graham Fogg, a hydrogeology emeritus professor at UC Davis who wasn’t involved in the research.

From Los Angeles Times

The last two wet winters have been good for the state’s groundwater, and the recharge projects to date represent an important start toward prioritizing more replenishment of aquifers, said Graham Fogg, a professor emeritus of hydrogeology at UC Davis.

From Los Angeles Times

My college degree was in geology with a focus on hydrogeology.

From Seattle Times

Will college studies in hydrogeology, I know how to ensure a house or basement stays dry.

From Seattle Times

Luckily, my college degree is in geology with a focus on both geomorphology and hydrogeology.

From Seattle Times