Definition of "geomorphology" [geomorphology]

• The study of the evolution and configuration of landforms. (noun)

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• "Prof. Bierman is a specialist in "geomorphology" the study of landscape development and change."
• "There have been research projects including studies of the island ecosystems; the ecology of and conservation strategies for the fauna and flora; geomorphology and climate; and studies of introduced plant and animal species."
• "Together they will conserve a mixture of wildlife, habitats, geology and geomorphology," said a spokeswoman for the MCZ project.""