biologist — a scientist who studies living organisms and life processes
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a scientist who studies living organisms and life processes
Pronunciation (IPA): /baɪˈɑːlədʒɪst/
Example Sentences
- The biologist spent three months in the Amazon rainforest studying rare butterflies.
- My friend is a biologist who talks to her plants more than to people.
- The biologist's research on coral reefs could help save ocean ecosystems.
biologist
NOUN[/baɪˈɑːlədʒɪst/]
a scientist who studies living organisms and life processes
a scientist who studies living organisms and life processes
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word originates from Greek, combining 'bios' (life) and 'logos' (study or discourse), forming 'biology'—the science of living organisms. The suffix '-ist', denoting a specialist or practitioner, was subsequently appended to create 'biologist', referring to one who studies life.
Breakdown
bio- (from Greek bios, life) + -log- (from Greek logos, study/discourse) + -ist (suffix denoting a specialist or expert).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The biologist spent three months in the Amazon rainforest studying rare butterflies.”
“My friend is a biologist who talks to her plants more than to people.”
“The biologist's research on coral reefs could help save ocean ecosystems.”
“Being a biologist means you're never bored at the zoo - every animal is a research opportunity!”
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