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speleology

Pronunciation: /ˌspiːlɪˈɒlədʒi, ˌspɛl-/

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Definition of speleology

noun

[mass noun]
  • the study or exploration of caves.

Derivatives

speleological

Pronunciation: /-əˈlɒdʒɪk(ə)l/

adjective

speleologist

noun

Origin:

late 19th century: from French spéléologie, via Latin from Greek spēlaion 'cave'

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