naturalist

[nach-er-uh-list, nach-ruh-] Example Sentences Origin

nat·u·ral·ist

[nach-er-uh-list, nach-ruh-]
noun
1.
a person who studies or is an expert in natural history, especially a zoologist or botanist.
2.
an adherent of naturalism in literature or art.

Origin:
1580–90; natural + -ist

an·ti·nat·u·ral·ist, noun, adjective
non·nat·u·ral·ist, noun

naturalist, naturist, nudist.
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Naturalist is always a great word to know.
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a gadget; dingus; thingumbob.
a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal.
Example Sentences
  • The naturalist would approve of how evolutionary science continues to improve.
  • If you have naturalist leanings, this is indispensable.
  • Sophie is a naturalist and artist with a strong interest in birds.
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naturalist (ˈnætʃrəlɪst, -tʃərəl-)
 
n
1.  a person who is expert or interested in botany or zoology, esp in the field
2.  a person who advocates or practises naturalism, esp in art or literature

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Word Origin & History

naturalist
"student of plants and animals," 1600, from natural (q.v.).
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naturalist   (nāch'ər-ə-lĭst)  Pronunciation Key 
A person who specializes in natural history, especially in the study of plants and animals in their natural surroundings.
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