hydrogeology

[ hahy-droh-jee-ol-uh-jee ]

noun

1. the science dealing with the occurrence and distribution of underground water.

hydrogeology

/ ˌhaɪdrədʒɪˈɒlədʒɪ /

noun

1. the branch of geology dealing with the waters below the earth's surface and with the geological aspects of surface waters

hydrogeology

/ hī′drō-jē-ŏl′ə-jē /

1. The scientific study of the occurrence, distribution, and effects of groundwater.

Derived Forms

• ˌhydrogeoˈlogical, adjective
• ˌhydrogeˈologist, noun

Other Words From

• hy·dro·ge·o·log·i·cal [hahy-dr, uh, -jee-, uh, -, loj, -i-k, uh, l], hydro·geo·logic adjective
• hydro·ge·olo·gist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of hydrogeology¹

First recorded in 1815–25; hydro- ¹ + geology

Example Sentences

The last two wet winters have been good for the state’s groundwater, and the recharge projects to date represent an important start toward prioritizing more replenishment of aquifers, said Graham Fogg, a professor emeritus of hydrogeology at UC Davis.

From Los Angeles Times

My college degree was in geology with a focus on hydrogeology.

From Seattle Times

Will college studies in hydrogeology, I know how to ensure a house or basement stays dry.

From Seattle Times

Luckily, my college degree is in geology with a focus on both geomorphology and hydrogeology.

From Seattle Times

Geological Survey hydrogeological model, which only focused on the onshore half of the hydrogeology equation, by extending its reach five kilometers offshore.

From Science Daily