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biologist

beye-O-luhd-zhihst

Biologist (noun) means a scientist who studies living organisms. Example: “The marine biologist spent months studying coral reefs.”

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A scientist who studies living organisms.

"The marine biologist spent months studying coral reefs."

How to use biologist

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In plain EnglishA scientist whose field is the study of living things.

Common pairings

marine biologist molecular biologist

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

biologists plural

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Etymology

From "biology" plus the agent suffix "-ist."

Synonyms

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life scientist

Rhymes for biologist

geologist zoologist urologist oncologist radiologist neurologist pathologist psychologist cardiologist gynecologist entomologist proctologist

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Frequently asked questions

What does “biologist” mean?

The word “biologist” means a scientist who studies living organisms. In plain terms, a scientist whose field is the study of living things.

How do you pronounce “biologist”?

“Biologist” is pronounced beye-O-luhd-zhihst (/baɪˈɒləd͡ʒɪst/ in IPA).

How do you use “biologist” in a sentence?

Here is “biologist” used in a sentence: “The marine biologist spent months studying coral reefs.”

What part of speech is “biologist”?

“Biologist” is a noun.

Is “biologist” a common word?

“Biologist” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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