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geomorphology

noun

ˌjē-ə-mȯr-ˈfä-lə-jē

Definition of geomorphology

as in geography

the physical features of a region as a whole the unique character of desert geomorphology

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Recent Examples of geomorphology Some of these questions can be studied by a field called geomorphology, the study of how the Earth’s surface changes, especially by erosion. — Geoff Emberling, The Conversation, 19 May 2026 They are formed from pale gray, jagged mineral rock that UNESCO declared a World Heritage Site 10 years ago because of its exceptional natural beauty and unique geomorphology. — Alex Ledsom, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2026 Scientific research on topics ranging from biology to geomorphology to climate and astrophysics happens in and around the station. — Margaret Osborne, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Sep. 2023 Hansen’s multidisciplinary studies also have focused on geology, geomorphology and hydrology. — Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2023 The intensive coursework involves several disciplines, including physics, engineering, hydrology, and statistics, calculus, chemistry, and geomorphology. — Steve Larese, Outside Online, 9 Nov. 2022 Factors like the melting rate of ice sheets and glaciers, shifting oceanic circulation patterns, water temperature, tidal range, storm surges, coastal geomorphology and land subsidence will affect local sea-level changes. — David Bressan, Forbes, 1 July 2022

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The books’ capacious geography felt like a girlish form of manifest destiny.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 Aug. 2026
The geography dispute is a sideshow to the broader trade dispute.

— Bart Jansen, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

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With a nearly $3 billion market cap, Imax is a relatively inexpensive asset in the entertainment landscape.

— Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Arizona also boasts diverse landscapes and a variety of ecosystems, from alpine forests to deserts, all of which different kinds of bats have fashioned a home.

— Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 28 Aug. 2026

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