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entomologist

[ en-tuh-mol-uh-jist ]

noun

  1. a scientist who specializes in insects:

    Entomologists believe a predatory wasp may be more effective at stemming the spread of the destructive emerald ash borer beetle than standard traps.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of entomologist1

First recorded in 1770–80; entomolog(y) ( def ) + -ist ( def )

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