algaeologist
|al-gae-ol-o-gist|
C2
/ˌæl.dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒɪst/
study of algae
Etymology
Etymology Information
'algaeologist' originates from the combination of 'algae' and the suffix '-ologist', where 'algae' refers to a group of aquatic organisms and '-ologist' denotes a person who studies a particular subject.
Historical Evolution
'algaeologist' is a modern term formed by combining 'algae' with the suffix '-ologist', which is commonly used in scientific disciplines.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person who studies algae', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a scientist who specializes in the study of algae.
The algaeologist presented her findings at the marine biology conference.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/19 15:36