noun
meteorologist
Meteorologist (noun) means a scientist who studies weather and climate patterns. Example: “The meteorologist warned of heavy snow moving in overnight.”
noun
1
A scientist who studies weather and climate patterns.
"The meteorologist warned of heavy snow moving in overnight."
2
A person who presents weather forecasts, especially on television.
"The local meteorologist predicted a sunny weekend."
How to use meteorologist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone whose job is to study or forecast the weather.
Common pairings
a meteorologist forecasts
TV meteorologist
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Word forms
- Plural
- meteorologists
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Etymology
From meteorology + -ist.
Rhymes for meteorologist
geologist
zoologist
biologist
urologist
oncologist
genealogist
radiologist
neurologist
pathologist
seismologist
psychologist
cardiologist
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Frequently asked questions
What does “meteorologist” mean?
The word “meteorologist” means a scientist who studies weather and climate patterns. In plain terms, someone whose job is to study or forecast the weather.
How do you use “meteorologist” in a sentence?
Here is “meteorologist” used in a sentence: “The meteorologist warned of heavy snow moving in overnight.”
What part of speech is “meteorologist”?
“Meteorologist” is a noun.
How many meanings does “meteorologist” have?
“Meteorologist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a scientist who studies weather and climate patterns.
