geologic

UK: ˌdʒiːəˈlɒdʒɪk | US: ˌdʒiːəˈlɑːdʒɪk

Definition

  1. adj. relating to the study of the Earth's physical structure and substance

  2. adj. pertaining to the history and processes of the Earth's crust

Structure
geo <earth, from Greek "ge">log <study, from Greek "logos">ic <adjective suffix>
Etymology

The word "geologic" combines "geo-" (from Greek "ge," meaning "Earth") and "-logy" (from Greek "logos," meaning "study" or "discourse"). The suffix "-ic" turns it into an adjective. The term reflects the scientific study of Earth's physical composition and history, rooted in Greek academic tradition.

Examples

  1. The geologic features of the canyon reveal millions of years of erosion.

  2. Geologic surveys help identify potential mineral deposits.

  3. This region has unique geologic formations due to volcanic activity.

  4. The team conducted a geologic analysis of the earthquake zone.

  5. Geologic time scales span billions of years.