spelaeology

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A form of speleology — The scientific study of caves.

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Meanings

nounspelaeology (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative form of speleology.

Synonyms & antonyms

nounthe scientific study of caves

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Broader

nounthe pastime of exploring caves

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APA

spelaeology. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/spelaeology

MLA

“spelaeology.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/spelaeology. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “spelaeology,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/spelaeology.

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