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Submergence: meaning, definitions and examples

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submergence

 

[ sษ™bหˆmษœr.dส’ษ™ns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

scientific term

Submergence refers to the state of being submerged, or the act of sinking beneath the surface of a liquid. This term is often used in discussions related to underwater environments, geography, and fluid dynamics. It can describe both natural phenomena, such as the submergence of land during flooding, and human activities, like submerging objects for construction or research purposes. The concept is critical in fields such as marine biology and environmental science, particularly in studying ecosystems that rely on submerged habitats.

Synonyms

drowning, immersion, submersion.

Examples of usage

  • The submergence of the lower wetlands impacted local wildlife.
  • During the storm, there was a submergence of several coastal areas.
  • The submergence of archaeological sites can provide insights into ancient civilizations.

Translations

Translations of the word "submergence" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น submersรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเฅ‚เคฌเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Untertauchen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penenggelaman

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะฝัƒั€ะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zanurzenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฒˆๆฒก

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท immersion

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ inmersiรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท batma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์นจ์ˆ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบู…ุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ponoล™enรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ponorenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆทนๆฒก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ najemanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fylling

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒกแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ batma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ inmersiรณn

Etymology

The word 'submergence' derives from the Latin root 'submergere', which means 'to sink or immerse under', combining 'sub' (under) with 'mergere' (to plunge). This term has evolved through Middle English and has been used since the early 15th century to describe both literal and metaphorical sinking. Over time, submergence has found its way into various disciplines, from environmental science to underwater archaeology, highlighting changes in land and water interactions. Its usage has expanded in contemporary contexts to include various forms of sinking or immersion, reflecting the complex relationship human beings have with their environments.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,148, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.