geodesy (C2)
noun
Pronunciation: dʒiˈɒdɪsi
Definition
The branch of earth science concerned with the precise measurement and representation of the Earth's geometric shape, orientation in space, and gravitational field.
Examples
Modern geodesy relies heavily on satellite data to monitor tectonic plate movements.
The surveyor applied principles of geodesy to ensure the bridge alignment accounted for the Earth's curvature.
Advancements in geodesy have allowed for the extreme precision required by global positioning systems.
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