entomologist
Translation
entomologist
Examples
An entomologist is a scientist who studies insects.
An entomologist is a scientist who studies insects.
Grammar Patterns
((An entomologist)) is sb. a person who studies insects An entomologist is a scientist who studies insects.
Similar Words
Synonyms: insect specialist, bug expert
Etymology
From Greek 'entomon' (insect) + '-logist' (one who studies). 'en-' (in) + 'tome' (a cutting), referring to the segmented body of insects.
Memory Tips
Remember 'entomon' sounds like 'ant-o-mon', an insect. An '-ologist' studies things. So, an entomologist studies insects.