oceanology

/oʊʃənˈɒlədʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

the branch of science that deals with the study of the ocean and its phenomena, including marine life, ocean currents, and the ocean’s impact on the Earth’s climate and geology.

“The researcher specialized in oceanology and spent years studying the effects of climate change on coral reefs.”

Synonyms

  • marine science
  • oceanography

Antonyms

  • dry land study
  • terrestrial science