Definition

A person who studies the structure of living things, especially the human body.

Example

The anatomist carefully examined the human skeleton to understand its structure.

Conversation

Did you know that my cousin is studying to become an anatomist?

That's interesting! What made him choose that path?

He has always been fascinated by how the human body works.

I can see why — being an anatomist sounds like a really important job!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Anatomist → It is formed from "ana-" (meaning up or throughout) and "temnein" (Greek for to cut). An anatomist is someone who cuts up or studies the structure of organisms throughout their body.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who studies the body by 'cutting' it 'up' or examining it in detail — that's what an anatomist does.

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