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- [lim-nol-uh-jee]
- /lɪmˈnɒl ə dʒi/
- /ˌlɪm.ˈnɑː.lə.dʒi/
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- [lim-nol-uh-jee]
- /lɪmˈnɒl ə dʒi/
Definitions of limnology word
- noun limnology the scientific study of bodies of fresh water, as lakes and ponds, with reference to their physical, geographical, biological, and other features. 1
- noun limnology The study of the biological, chemical, and physical features of lakes and other bodies of fresh water. 1
- noun limnology the study of bodies of fresh water with reference to their plant and animal life, physical properties, geographical features, etc 0
- noun limnology the science that deals with the physical, chemical, and biological properties and features of fresh waters, esp. lakes and ponds 0
- noun limnology (ecology) The science concerning the biological, physical and geological properties of fresh water bodies, especially lakes and ponds. 0
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Origin of limnology
First appearance:
before 1890 One of the 20% newest English words
1890-95; limno- (combining form representing Greek límnē pool, marsh) + -logy
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Parts of speech for Limnology
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limnology popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 63% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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