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seismologist
[ sahyz-mol-uh-jist, sahys- ]
noun
- 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.
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"Tell them we'll go to work right away," he informed the seismologist.
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She did not know what a Social Seismologist would say on the point.
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