Definition

A person who raises and cultivates aquatic animals and plants for food or other purposes.

Example

The aquaculturist carefully monitored the water quality to ensure the health of the fish.

Conversation

Did you know that Sarah is training to become an aquaculturist?

Really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, she loves working with fish and sustainable farming.

That's awesome! I admire people who care about the environment.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Aquaculturist → It is formed from "aqua" (from Latin *aqua*, meaning water) and "cultura" (from Latin *cultura*, meaning cultivation or culture) and the suffix "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). An aquaculturist is someone who practices the cultivation of aquatic organisms in controlled environments.

Memory Tip

Think of 'aqua' meaning water and 'cultura' meaning cultivation — an aquaculturist is someone who cultivates life in water.

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