Geodesy

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Updated June 2026

Definition

The branch of science concerned with measuring and understanding the precise shape, size, gravitational field, and surface positions of the Earth.

“Geodesy has advanced enormously with the introduction of satellite-based positioning systems.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

ge·od·e·sy

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Synonyms

geomaticssurveying

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Ends in -ESY with a GEO- prefix, the D and final Y are less common positional letters worth testing in longer puzzles

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The Y ending and D give modest extra value, a seven-letter bingo candidate for specialists with a well-rounded rack

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Shorter words formed from the letters in “geodesy”.

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