noun
geographer
jee-OG-ruh-fuh
Geographer (noun) means a person who is a specialist in geography. Example: “The geographer explained how the river valley had formed.”
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A person who is a specialist in geography.
"The geographer explained how the river valley had formed."
"She trained as a geographer before working in town planning."
"Geographers use maps and data to study places and how people use them."
How to use geographer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who is an expert in geography.
When to use it
It is a neutral term used in academic and everyday contexts.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
human geographer
physical geographer
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Etymology
The word was formed in English from geo- and the ending -grapher.
Rhymes for geographer
biographer
pornographer
photographer
stenographer
oceanographer
lexicographer
choreographer
cinematographer
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Frequently asked questions
What does a geographer do?
A geographer is a specialist in geography. They study places and the features of the Earth.
How do you pronounce geographer?
In British English it is said jee-OG-ruh-fuh, with the stress on the second syllable.
Is a geographer the same as a geologist?
No. A geographer specialises in geography, while a geologist studies the rocks and structure of the Earth.
What is the meaning of geographer?
"geographer" (noun) means a person who is a specialist in geography.
