Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
botanist
noun
/ˈbɒtənɪst/
Definition
A botanist is a scientist who studies plants.
Examples
- Maria is a botanist who researches wildflowers.
- The botanist collected samples from various ecosystems.
- Her work as a botanist involves traveling to remote areas to study rare plant species.
Meaning
The term refers to a person who specializes in the study of plant biology, including their structure, function, ecology, and genetics.
Synonyms
- plant scientist
- plant biologist
- phytologist
