geotechnical

adjective

geo·​tech·​ni·​cal ˌjē-ō-ˈtek-ni-kəl How to pronounce geotechnical (audio)
: of or relating to geotechnical engineering

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Owner Colby Barrett — a geotechnical engineer who specializes in rock slide mitigation — leaned into the land’s natural contours, sculpting the rock into 400-square-foot suites, complete with private patios looking out at the orchards, copper soaking tubs, and walk-in showers lit by skylights. Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 10 June 2026 Additionally, the Department of the Interior is conducting site surveys, like geotechnical work, which is statutorily required, the White House said, noting that the surveys are standard practice to test the grounds and soil. Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 3 June 2026 Bardet and Dorfman say the process for approving tall buildings should be more site-specific and involve extensive geotechnical testing to determine what can safely be built there. Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026 Site planning work at West Burton has also progressed, including geotechnical surveys and environmental assessments. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for geotechnical

Word History

Etymology

geo- + technical entry 1, after French géotechnique

First Known Use

1947, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of geotechnical was in 1947

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“Geotechnical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geotechnical. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

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