earth science

noun

: any of the sciences (such as geology, meteorology, or oceanography) that deal with the earth or with one or more of its parts compare geoscience
earth scientist noun

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Kids who love earth science will be captivated. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2026 The undergraduate and graduate programs in earth science and geology will be merged into one program at each of the two levels. — Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2026 And according to Delawalla, the Goddard is also the keeper of great stores of earth science data, which means research crucial to climate science is also in peril. — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026 In addition to carbon capture, the documents showed the initiative’s work had expanded in earth sciences, climate modeling and policy. — Maddie Stone, ProPublica, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for earth science

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First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of earth science was in 1873

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“Earth science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earth%20science. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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earth science

noun
: any of the sciences (as geology, meteorology, or oceanography) that deal with the earth or with one or more of its parts
earth scientist noun
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