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planetology

American  
[plan-i-tol-uh-jee] / ˌplæn ɪˈtɒl ə dʒi /

noun

  1. the branch of astronomy that deals with the physical features of the planets.

planetology British  
/ ˌplænɪˈtɒlədʒɪ /

noun

  1. astronomy the study of the origin, composition, and distribution of matter in the planets

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Other Word Forms

  • planetological adjective
  • planetologist noun

Etymology

Origin of planetology

First recorded in 1905–10; planet + -o- + -logy

Example Sentences

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As a matter of comparative planetology, Venus is an intriguing target for intensive study.

From Slate • Jan. 26, 2021

What is comparative planetology and why is it useful to astronomers?

From Textbooks • Oct. 13, 2016

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