Definition

A person who studies whales and other marine mammals.

Example

The cetologist presented her research on the migration patterns of humpback whales.

Conversation

Did you know there are people who study whales for a living?

Really? What are they called?

They’re known as cetologists — it sounds interesting, right?

Definitely! I'd love to learn more about their work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cetologist → It is formed from "ceto-" (from Greek "ketos", meaning whale or sea creature) and "-logist" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). A cetologist is someone who studies whales and other marine mammals.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ceto-' referring to whales and 'logist' meaning someone who studies — that's why a cetologist is a person who studies whales.

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