geomorphological
- adjective
- /ˌdʒiːoʊmɔːrfəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/
- Specialized
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geomorfológico
- Researchers explore the geomorphological features of the canyon to understand its formation.
- geomorphological features
- geomorphological and hydrological
Examples
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As with the study of Earth, the importance of dust devils to present Martian geomorphological processes is probably understated.
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The available documentary evidence, radiocarbon dating, and geomorphological analysis of coastal recession allow an explanation of the physical destruction of Colhuw port and the location of its remains.
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If the camera is pointed down, then we can obtain useful geomorphological images.
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Using this definition, one can make the argument that all geomorphological research must be socially relevant to some extent.
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Can we posit a geomorphological project of intangible benefit to every inhabitant of the Earth?
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In this way, the new condition (the upstream dam) propagates geomorphological and ecological effects throughout the terrain below the dam.
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Because of their hydrological and geomorphological settings, freshwater ecosystems are extremely dependent on inputs from their catchments and the air.
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The sampling of Punta Gorda reef included the geomorphological zones of the coral reef plain and windward slope.
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Lack of attention to upland hardwoods is not attributable to their original extent or to a lack of awareness of ecological, hydrological, geomorphological, or economic importance.
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Not only is Panama the perfect geographic, climatic, and geomorphological location for the rapid growth of teak, but the government has enacted incentive programs to promote reforestation projects.
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Synonyms
Relating to the shape and features of the Earth's surface
The shape and features of the Earth's surface made by natural forces
Relating to the shape and physical features of the land, like mountains or plains
How land and rocks get their shape
Surface Forms
Morphology
geomorphological = geomorphology (semi-transparent) = geo + morph + ology + ical
The adjective is a regular formation from the technical noun 'geomorphology' with the suffix '-ical'.
Etymology
Geomorphological comes from Greek parts geo- 'earth', morph 'shape', and -logical 'about the study', so it literally means 'about the earth's shapes'. That's why we use geomorphological to talk about the shapes of the land and how they change.
