Wordiyospeleology
🇬🇧 UK/,spili'ɔlәdʒi/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions
n.
The scientific study of caves; also, the recreational activity of exploring caves.
洞穴学；洞穴探险
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedspeleoroot
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logystudy of, science of
=speleology
Common Collocations
- 1.[study speleology]研究洞穴学
- 2.speleology expedition洞穴探险考察
- 3.[applied speleology]应用洞穴学
- 4.cave exploration洞穴探险
Example Sentences
- 1.
She pursued speleology to better understand the unique ecosystems found in caves.
- 2.
Speleology combines geology, biology, and hydrology to study underground environments.