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seismologist

[ sahyz-mol-uh-jist, sahys- ]

noun

  1. a scientist who specializes in the study of earthquakes:

    By studying core samples taken from the ocean floor, seismologists can predict the likelihood of a major quake occurring on this fault line.



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Word History and Origins

Origin of seismologist1

First recorded in 1855–60; seismolog(y) ( def ) + -ist ( def )

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Example Sentences

"Providence protected us, I'm sure, Tom," the seismologist replied at the other end of the line.

"Tell them we'll go to work right away," he informed the seismologist.

She did not know what a Social Seismologist would say on the point.

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