selenology

sel·e·nol·o·gy

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [sel-uh-nol-uh-jee]
- /ˌsɛl əˈnɒl ə dʒi/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [sel-uh-nol-uh-jee]
- /ˌsɛl əˈnɒl ə dʒi/

Definitions of selenology word

noun selenology the branch of astronomy that deals with the nature and origin of the physical features of the moon. 1
noun selenology the branch of astronomy concerned with the moon, its physical characteristics, nature, origin, etc 0
noun selenology the branch of astronomy dealing with the moon in general 0

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Origin of selenology

First appearance:

before 1815

One of the 39% newest English words

First recorded in 1815-25; seleno- + -logy

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Parts of speech for Selenology

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selenology popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 46% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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Synonyms for selenology

noun selenology

astrochemistry — the study of the chemistry of celestial bodies and space, esp by means of spectroscopy
astrometry — the branch of astronomy concerned with the measurement of the position and motion of celestial bodies
astronomy — Astronomy is the scientific study of the stars, planets, and other natural objects in space.
astrophysics — Astrophysics is the study of the physical and chemical structure of the stars, planets, and other natural objects in space.
astrography — The art of describing or delineating the stars; a description or mapping of the heavens.

All 6 Synonyms of selenology