speleology
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- 10
Definition of speleology
2 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included
noun
- (uncountable, usually)The scientific study of caves.
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noun
- (uncountable, usually)The scientific study of caves.
- (uncountable, usually)The recreational activity of exploring caves.
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Etymology
From French spéléologie, coined by Émile Rivière in 1890. The word can be broken down as speleo- + -logy.
Words you can make from speleology
200+ playable · top: GOSPELLY (14 pts)
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3 words6-letter words
16 words5-letter words
56 words- GOOPY 11 pts
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3-letter words
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2-letter words
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