ornithologist — a scientist who studies birds
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a scientist who studies birds
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɔːrnɪˈθɑːlədʒɪst/
Korean meaning: 조류학자, 새를 연구하는 과학자
Korean pronunciation: 오니**솔**러지스트
Example Sentences
- The ornithologist got so excited about spotting a rare woodpecker that he fell out of his tree blind.
- Dr. Smith, a leading ornithologist, published a comprehensive study on urban bird adaptation.
- The ornithologist's biggest challenge wasn't identifying bird species—it was explaining to his wife why he had to wake up at 4 AM every weekend.
ornithologist
NOUN//ˌɔːrnɪˈθɑːlədʒɪst//
a scientist who studies birds

a scientist in a field vest holds binoculars up to observe a colorful parrot perched on a nearby branch. She carefully writes observations in a notebook while keeping her eyes trained on the bird's behavior. The parrot preens its feathers and calls out, demonstrating natural behaviors being documented. Several other bird species fly through the background as the scientist tracks their movements with focused attention. A research assistant nearby holds a field guide open, comparing illustrations to the live birds they're observing. a scientist who studies birds conducting detailed research in their natural habitat
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Origin
From Greek 'ornithos' meaning 'bird' and 'logos' meaning 'study' or 'science'. The term was coined in the 19th century as bird study became a formal scientific discipline.
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“The ornithologist got so excited about spotting a rare woodpecker that he fell out of his tree blind.”
“Dr. Smith, a leading ornithologist, published a comprehensive study on urban bird adaptation.”
“The ornithologist's biggest challenge wasn't identifying bird species—it was explaining to his wife why he had to wake up at 4 AM every weekend.”
“Young ornithologists often begin their careers by participating in bird banding programs.”
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