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Hydrologist: meaning, definitions and examples

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hydrologist

 

[ haɪˈdrɒlədʒɪst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

scientific field

A hydrologist is a scientist who studies water and the water cycle. They focus on the distribution, movement, and properties of water in the environment. Their work often involves analyzing water quality and quantity, as well as understanding how water interacts with the land and atmosphere.

Synonyms

hydrogeologist, water resource specialist, water scientist

Examples of usage

  • The hydrologist conducted a study on river flow patterns.
  • Hydrologists play a key role in managing water resources.
  • She consulted a hydrologist to assess flood risks in the area.
  • The hydrologist presented findings on groundwater contamination.
  • Many hydrologists are involved in climate change research.

Translations

Translations of the word "hydrologist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 hidrologista

🇮🇳 जलविज्ञानी

🇩🇪 Hydrologe

🇮🇩 ahli hidrologi

🇺🇦 гідролог

🇵🇱 hydrolog

🇯🇵 水文学者

🇫🇷 hydrologue

🇪🇸 hidrólogo

🇹🇷 hidrolog

🇰🇷 수문학자

🇸🇦 عالم المياه

🇨🇿 hydrolog

🇸🇰 hydrológ

🇨🇳 水文学家

🇸🇮 hidrolog

🇮🇸 vatnsfræðingur

🇰🇿 гидролог

🇬🇪 ჰიდროლოგი

🇦🇿 hidrolog

🇲🇽 hidrólogo

Etymology

The term 'hydrologist' comes from the Greek word 'hudor,' meaning water, and 'logos,' meaning study or discourse. The field of hydrology has its roots in ancient civilizations where water management was crucial for agriculture and settlement. As scientific understanding of water systems grew, hydrology emerged as a distinct discipline in the 19th century. With the increasing awareness of water's role in environmental science, hydrologists have become essential for tackling issues such as conservation, climate change, and pollution. Today, hydrologists apply modern technology and methods to study complex water systems, ensuring sustainable water management practices.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,205, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.