speleology
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liˈɒl noun
the exploration and study of caves.
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speleology or spelaeology (ˌspiːlɪˈɒlədʒɪ) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
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| 1. | the scientific study of caves, esp in respect of their geological formation, flora and fauna, etc |
| 2. | the sport or pastime of exploring caves |
| [C19: from Latin spēlaeum cave] | |
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| [C19: from Latin spēlaeum cave] | |
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| spelaeological or spelaeology | |
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| spele'ologist or spelaeology | |
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| speleology (spē'lē-ŏl'ə-jē) Pronunciation Key
The exploration and scientific study of the geological and ecological features of caves. |
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Encyclopedia Britannica
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speleology
scientific discipline that is concerned with all aspects of caves and cave systems. Exploration and description of caves and their features are the principal focus of speleology, but much work on the chemical solution of limestone, rates of formation of stalagmites and stalactites, the influence of groundwater and hydrologic conditions generally, and on modes of cave development has been accomplished within this discipline. Speleology requires, essentially, the application of geological and hydrological knowledge to problems associated with underground cavern systems. Amateur exploration of caves, as a hobby, is called spelunking.
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The exploration of caves either for scientific purposes or for fun is known as speleology.
Speleology is the science of exploration and study of all aspects of caves.
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