1. Plural of geography; the study of Earth's physical features, climates, populations, and cultures.
Usage: Most common sense; refers to the academic discipline or multiple instances of geographic study.
2. The physical features, climate, and natural characteristics of different places or regions.
Usage: Refers to the actual geographic conditions of multiple locations rather than the study itself.

Examples

• Students in different geographies learn about their local environments in school.
• The geographies of Africa and South America are quite distinct.
• Climate change affects the geographies of coastal regions worldwide.
• Understanding the geographies of trade routes helps explain historical commerce.
• The book explores the geographies of urban and rural communities.
• Different geographies require different agricultural practices.