speleology
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/ˌspiːliˈɑːlədʒi/
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/ˌspiːliˈɒlədʒi/
noun
R
The study of caves, including their formation, structure, and the life within them.
Spelunkers, or cave explorers, often have a strong interest in speleology to better understand the caves they explore.
R
The activity of exploring caves, often as a sport or hobby.
Spelunkers are passionate about speleology, as it combines adventure with the scientific exploration of caves.
translation
The study of caves, including their formation, structure, and the life within them.; The activity of exploring caves, often as a sport or hobby.
Word Forms
Plural
speleologies