paleoceanography en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree Ancient Greek πᾰλαιός (pălaiós)der. English paleo- English oceanography English paleoceanography From paleo- + oceanography.
Meanings
- (uncountable) The study of the history of the oceans, especially their circulation, chemistry, biogeography, fertility, and sedimentation.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| palaeoceanography | alternative | lexicographic |