OCEANOGRAPHY

oceanography, oceanology

(noun) the branch of science dealing with physical and biological aspects of the oceans

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

oceanography (uncountable)

The exploration and scientific study of the oceans and ocean floor.

Synonyms

• marine science

• oceanology

Source: Wiktionary


O`cean*og"ra*phy, n. Etym: [Ocean + -graphy.]

Definition: A description of the ocean.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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