ocean exploration
/əˌsɛn ɛksˈplɔrəʃən/ · ocean.ex.plo.ra.tion
noun
- The study and investigation of the ocean and its ecosystems, including its geology, biology, and chemistry. The team of scientists embarked on a mission of ocean exploration to discover new species in the deep sea.
- The process of exploring and mapping the ocean floor, including the use of sonar, submersibles, and remote-operated vehicles. The ocean exploration team used a combination of sonar and submersibles to map the ocean floor and identify new shipwrecks.
verb
- To study or investigate the ocean and its ecosystems. The researchers are ocean exploring the coral reefs to learn more about their biodiversity.
- To explore and map the ocean floor. The team is ocean exploring the ocean floor to identify new species and habitats.
Synonyms
marine researchoceanographyseafloor explorationdeep-sea explorationunderwater explorationmarine scienceocean science
Antonyms
Did you know? The first recorded ocean exploration was by the ancient Greeks, who sent expeditions to explore the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.