geology
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Also seen as: geologies
Sense 1
The science that studies the structure of the Earth (or other planets), together with its origin and development, especially by examination of its rocks.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
The geological structure of a region.
Noun
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “geology” mean?
The science that studies the structure of the Earth (or other planets), together with its origin and development, especially by examination of its rocks.
Is “geology” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.