# oceanography

/ˌoʊʃəˈnɑɡɹəfi/ (US) · /ˌəʊʃənˈɒɡɹəfi/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/oceanography
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

the scientific study of the ocean, including its physical, chemical, and biological properties.

For teachers: the scientific study of the physical and biological aspects of the ocean and its resources.

## Examples

- She decided to study oceanography to understand marine life.
- Advances in oceanography have allowed scientists to map the deep sea floor with incredible precision.
- Modern oceanography integrates data from satellite imagery and deep-sea submersibles to monitor how rising temperatures affect global currents and marine ecosystems.

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