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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

seismology

/sɪzˈmɒlədʒi/ noun · British & US
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What does seismology mean?

noun

The scientific study of earthquakes and the movement of the Earth's crust. It involves the analysis of seismic waves and the study of the Earth's internal structure.

Example

"The seismologist spent years studying the patterns of seismic activity in the region to better understand the risks of earthquakes."

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