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entomologist

/ˌɛntəˈmɑːlədʒɪst/
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Adverb:entomologically
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Plural:entomologists
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Adjective:entomological
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entomologist Lexical Profile

entomologist Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A scientist or zoologist who specializes in the study of insects, including their classification, life cycles, distribution, and ecological impact.

Example

"The agricultural entomologist advised the local farmers on sustainable ways to protect their crops from invasive beetles."

Word Nuance & Usage

Often confused with 'etymologist,' which is a scholar who studies the history and origin of words rather than insects.

• Rhymes for entomologist

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-18th century from French 'entomologiste', derived from Ancient Greek 'entomon' (insect, literally 'notched or segmented creature') and '-logia' (study).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

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