astrogeology

noun

as·​tro·​geology
¦as(ˌ)trō +
: a branch of geology that deals with celestial bodies
astrogeologic
¦astrō +
adjective
astrogeologist
¦as(ˌ)trō +
noun

Word History

Etymology

astr- + geology

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of astrogeology was in 1883

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“Astrogeology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/astrogeology. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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