cosmology

English

noun
Definitions
  • 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.

Etymology

Derived from Latin cosmologia derived from Ancient Greek κόσμος (world, universe, earth).

Origin

Ancient Greek

κόσμος

Gloss

world, universe, earth

Concept
Semantic Field

The physical world

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

Kanji

土, 地

Emoji
🌍️ 🌎️ 🌏️ 🌐 🗺️

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