Definition

A person who studies fish and their behavior, biology, and environment.

Example

The ichthyologist discovered a new species of fish in the Amazon River.

Conversation

Did you know that my cousin is an ichthyologist?

Really? That sounds fascinating!

Yeah, he studies all kinds of fish and their habitats.

Wow, I bet he has some amazing stories to tell!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ichthyologist → It is formed from "ichthy-" (from Greek "ichthys", meaning fish) and "-ologist" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). An ichthyologist is a scientist who studies fish.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ichthy-' which relates to fish, and '-ologist' which means someone who studies. This helps you remember that an ichthyologist is someone who studies fish.

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