volcanology

noun

vol·ca·nol·o·gy ˌväl-kə-ˈnä-lə-jē

ˌvȯl-

: a branch of science that deals with volcanic phenomena

volcanologist

ˌväl-kə-ˈnä-lə-jist

ˌvȯl-

noun

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Drawing on expertise in volcanology, anthropology and archaeoseismology, researchers conclude in the journal Frontiers in Earth Science that the men probably survived the first phase of the eruption and were sheltering in a house when a wall fell on them, toppled by a strong earthquake. —

Carolyn Y. Johnson, Washington Post, 18 July 2024 Icelanders can recite geology and volcanology facts like the alphabet. —

Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2024 The Earth Sciences – volcanology included – is amidst a crisis of identity. —

Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 29 Mar. 2023 As individuals, these women bring an impressive range of experiences to the table — everything from volcanology to offshore sailing to traveling in the circus. —

Michael Charboneau, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for volcanology