geologist
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/dʒiˈɑːlədʒɪst/
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/dʒiˈɒlədʒɪst/
earth scientist
Etymology
Etymology Information
'geologist' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'geōlogia,' where 'geo-' meant 'earth' and '-logia' meant 'study of.'
Historical Evolution
'geōlogia' transformed into the French word 'géologie,' and eventually became the modern English word 'geology,' with 'geologist' as a derivative.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'study of the earth,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a scientist who studies the solid, liquid, and gaseous matter that constitutes the Earth and other terrestrial planets.
The geologist examined the rock formations to determine their age.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/30 14:21