cosmology

noun

The study of the physical universe, its structure, dynamics, origin and evolution, and fate.

A metaphysical study into the origin and nature of the universe.

A particular view (cultural or religious) of the structure and origin of the universe.

Roots

kosmoscosm- · Greek · world, order logos-ology · Greek · study, discourse

Synonyms for cosmology

cosmogonyn cosmographyn metaphysicsn phenomenologyn cosmismn

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