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From Ancient Greek ἔδαφος (édaphos, “ground”) + -logy. By surface analysis, edapho- + log + -y or edaph- + -olog + -y or edaph- + -o- + log + -y.
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edaphology
Today it means: The ecological relationship of soil with plants, and land cultivation practices. Full definition →