Meaning
- Oceanographic (adjective): relating to the scientific study of the ocean, including its physical, chemical, biological, and geological aspects. It describes things connected with oceanography, the branch of science that explores the seas.
Grammar and Usage
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Part of speech: Adjective
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Usage: modifies nouns to indicate connection with ocean studies.
- "oceanographic research"
- "oceanographic expedition"
- "oceanographic instruments"
Common Phrases
- oceanographic survey
- oceanographic expedition
- oceanographic institute
- oceanographic data
- oceanographic research vessel
Collocations
- Noun + oceanographic: institute, expedition, data, research, studies, survey
- Oceanographic + noun: research, team, findings, ship, program
Examples
- The university has one of the world’s leading oceanographic institutes.
- Scientists conducted an oceanographic survey to map the seafloor.
- The vessel is equipped with advanced oceanographic instruments.
- Climate change has become a major focus of oceanographic research.
- She joined an oceanographic expedition to study marine biodiversity.
- The oceanographic data revealed new underwater mountain ranges.
- Satellite technology has revolutionized modern oceanographic studies.
Synonyms or Related
- marine science
- oceanography-related
- maritime research
Antonym
- terrestrial (relating to land)
- atmospheric (relating to the air/sky)