Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
apiculturist
noun
ˌeɪ.pɪˈkʌl.tʃər.ɪst
Definition
A person who keeps and tends to bees, especially for honey production or pollination purposes.
Examples
- Maria became an apiculturist to support local agriculture through bee pollination.
- The apiculturist harvested honey from the hives early in the spring.
- As an apiculturist, John educates others about the importance of bees in our ecosystem.
Meaning
Apiculturists manage beehives and ensure the health and productivity of bee colonies.
Synonyms
- beekeeper
- honey farmer
- bee farmer
