Definition

A scientist who studies bacteria and their effects on living organisms and the environment.

Example

The bacteriologist conducted research to find new antibiotics.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what it takes to become a bacteriologist?

Not really, but it sounds interesting! What do they do exactly?

They study bacteria and how they affect our health and environment.

Wow, that's pretty cool! I didn't know that was a career path.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bacteriologist → It is formed from "bacterium" (from Greek "bakterion", meaning rod or staff) and "-logist" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). A bacteriologist is someone who studies bacteria.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who studies 'bacteria' ('bacterium' means rod) and the '-logist' part means they are a specialist in that field.

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