1. the study of rocks, especially their physical and chemical characteristics
Usage: geology
2. the physical character of a rock formation
Usage: geology

Examples

• The geologist studied the lithology of the canyon walls.
• Understanding lithology is essential for oil exploration.
• The lithology report described the sandstone layers in detail.
• Different lithology types were identified in the core samples.
• The team analyzed the lithology to determine the age of the formation.
• Lithology helps predict groundwater flow patterns.