hydrology
noun
the science dealing with the occurrence, circulation, distribution, and properties of the waters of the earth and its atmosphere.
hydrologically
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a word derived from
hydrology.
Example Sentences
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A new method makes it possible to significantly improve predictions -- using international data from hydrologically similar areas.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 10, 2023
“It’s a matter of national security that the Mississippi River corridor remain intact, remain sustainable and remain ecologically and hydrologically healthy.”
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 12, 2023
The distinction drawn by the court is hydrologically meaningless.
From Slate ● Jun. 8, 2023
“It is hydrologically ridiculous to treat groundwater and surface water differently,” says Kiparsky.
From Scientific American ● Dec. 21, 2022
And because mines are often hydrologically connected — safety measures allow excess water to flow to another shaft when one is flooded — abandoning one puts others miles away at risk.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2022
