climatology
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/ˌklaɪməˈtɑːlədʒi/
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/ˌklaɪməˈtɒlədʒi/
study of climate
Etymology
'climatology' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'klima,' where 'klima' meant 'region' or 'zone.'
'klima' transformed into the French word 'climat,' and eventually became the modern English word 'climatology' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'study of regions or zones,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'study of climate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the scientific study of climate, including the statistics of temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, wind, rainfall, and other meteorological elements in a given region over long periods.
Climatology helps us understand long-term weather patterns.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/28 01:14