Definition

A person who studies or collects butterflies and moths.

Example

The lepidopterist spent hours observing the colorful butterflies in the garden.

Conversation

Did you know that my uncle is a lepidopterist?

Really? That's so interesting! What does he do?

He studies butterflies and even collects them as a hobby.

Wow, I bet he has some amazing specimens!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lepidopterist → It is formed from "lepidon" (from Greek "lepis", meaning scale) and "pteron" (meaning wing), combined with the suffix "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). A lepidopterist is someone who studies or collects butterflies and moths, which are characterized by their scaled wings.

Memory Tip

Think of 'scales' ('lepis') on 'wings' ('pteron') to remember that a lepidopterist is someone who studies creatures with scaled wings, like butterflies and moths.

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