Caves Definition, Prefix, Suffix, Ologies and Isms, Caves Information and Meaning

caving

the term for speleology used by professionals.

speleology, spelaeology

the branch of geology that explores, studies, and describes caves. —speleologist, spelaeologist, n. —speleological, spelaeological, adj.

spelunker

a person who explores caves as a hobby. —spelunk, v.