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entomologist

 

[ ˌɛn.təˈmɒl.ə.dʒɪst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

scientific profession

An entomologist is a scientist who studies insects, their biology, behavior, ecology, and taxonomy. This discipline is a crucial part of ecological research, impacting agriculture, forensic science, and environmental monitoring. Given the vast diversity of insect species, entomologists often specialize in particular groups or areas of study. Their work may involve field studies, laboratory experiments, and the development of pest management strategies.

Synonyms

bug scientist, insect specialist

Examples of usage

  • The entomologist presented her research on bee populations.
  • He decided to become an entomologist after his fascination with butterflies.
  • The entomologist discovered a new species of ant.
  • We consulted an entomologist about the pest infestation in our garden.

Translations

Translations of the word "entomologist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 entomólogo

🇮🇳 कीट वैज्ञानिक

🇩🇪 Entomologe

🇮🇩 entomolog

🇺🇦 ентомолог

🇵🇱 entomolog

🇯🇵 昆虫学者

🇫🇷 entomologiste

🇪🇸 entomólogo

🇹🇷 entomolog

🇰🇷 곤충학자

🇸🇦 عالم الحشرات

🇨🇿 entomolog

🇸🇰 entomológ

🇨🇳 昆虫学家

🇸🇮 entomolog

🇮🇸 skordýrafræðingur

🇰🇿 энтомолог

🇬🇪 ენტომოლოგი

🇦🇿 entomoloq

🇲🇽 entomólogo

Etymology

The word 'entomologist' is derived from the Greek words 'entomos', meaning 'insect', and 'logia', meaning 'study of'. The term emerged in the English language in the mid-19th century during a period of significant scientific exploration and classification of organisms. The formal study of insects as a distinct field gained prominence with the advent of natural history in the 17th and 18th centuries. As advancements in microscopy and biological science developed, entomology became an essential scientific discipline, influencing agriculture and biology. Over the years, the role of entomologists has expanded to include ecological and conservationist efforts, addressing thriving and declining insect populations in various environments.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,757, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.