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Definition of arborist

arborist

/ˈɑːr.bər.ɪst/
ar · bor · ist
Plural:arborists
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Adjective:arboristic
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arborist Lexical Profile

arborist Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A professional who specializes in the cultivation, management, and care of individual trees, shrubs, vines, and other perennial woody plants.

Example

"The city hired a certified arborist to inspect the ancient oaks in the park for signs of disease and structural weakness."

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• Nearby Words

arbored
arboretum
arborio
arborist
arc
arcade
arcadia

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the Latin noun 'arbor' (meaning 'tree') and the suffix '-ist' (denoting a specialist or practitioner), first recorded in the late 16th century.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Arborist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/arborist
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