noun
microbiologist
my-kroh-by-OL-uh-jist
Microbiologist (noun) means a scientist who specializes in microbiology, the study of very small living things. Example: “The microbiologist grew bacteria in dishes to test the new medicine.”
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A scientist who specializes in microbiology, the study of very small living things.
"The microbiologist grew bacteria in dishes to test the new medicine."
"She works as a microbiologist at a hospital laboratory."
"Two microbiologists from the university examined the water samples."
How to use microbiologist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA scientist who studies tiny living things like bacteria.
When to use it
It is a neutral, professional term used in science and medicine.
Memory tip
It has six syllables, so say it in chunks: my-kroh, by-OL, uh-jist.
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Common pairings
a clinical microbiologist
a research microbiologist
a food microbiologist
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Etymology
The word was formed in English from the prefix micro- and the word biologist.
Rhymes for microbiologist
ecologist
geologist
zoologist
biologist
urologist
oncologist
genealogist
sociologist
etymologist
radiologist
neurologist
pathologist
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Frequently asked questions
What does a microbiologist do?
A microbiologist studies microscopic organisms such as bacteria. Many work in laboratories, hospitals, or universities.
What is the difference between a microbiologist and a bacteriologist?
A bacteriologist is a type of microbiologist who focuses on bacteria. A microbiologist may study a wider range of tiny organisms.
How do you pronounce microbiologist?
In American English it is pronounced my-kroh-by-OL-uh-jist, with the stress on the fourth syllable.
What is the meaning of microbiologist?
"microbiologist" (noun) means a scientist who specializes in microbiology, the study of very small living things.
