speleology
noun
the exploration and study of caves.
speleologist
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a word derived from
speleology.
Example Sentences
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Piana is an experienced speleologist, and this was the second time in 17 months that she was rescued from the cave system.
From BBC ● Dec. 18, 2024
The European Association of Cave Rescuers has described Dickey as “a highly trained caver and a cave rescuer himself” and well-known cave researcher, or speleologist.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 11, 2023
Dickey was described by the association as “a highly trained caver and a cave rescuer himself” who is well known as a cave researcher, or speleologist, from his participation in many international expeditions.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 8, 2023
Who cares about the speleologist yearning to visit foreign lands but loath to mix with ordinary tourists who never plumbed a cave?
From Time Magazine Archive
