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(vol-can-ol-o-gy) 5 syllables

Definition

noun. the study of volcanoes and their activity.

Example Sentence

Studying the behavior and formation of volcanoes is the essence of volcanology.

More Example Sentences

Volcanology helps us understand volcanic eruptions.

Synonyms

volcano science; geology; earth science

Antonyms

non-volcanic science; non-volcano study; non-volcano research

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