Definition

A person who studies plants and their growth, classification, and uses.

Example

The botanist discovered a new species of flower in the rainforest.

Conversation

Did you know that a botanist studies plants for a living?

That's really interesting! I love learning about nature.

Yeah, I think being a botanist would be so cool.

Definitely! They get to explore different ecosystems.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Botanist → It is formed from "botan" (from Greek "botanē", meaning plant or herb) and "-ist" (meaning one who specializes in or practices). A botanist is someone who specializes in the study of plants.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who studies 'plants' ('botan') — that's what a botanist does.

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