An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

The science of measurement, embracing both experimental and theoretical determinations at any level of uncertainty in any field of science and technology.

Etymology (EN): From metro-, a combining form meaning “measure,” → meter,

• → -logy.

Etymology (PE): Andâze-šenâsi, from andâzé, → measure,

• -šenâsi, → -logy.