Definition

A scientist or doctor who studies bones and the structure of the skeleton.

Example

The osteologist examined the ancient bones to learn more about the past.

Conversation

Did you know that an osteologist studies bones?

Really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, I read about one who discovered a new dinosaur species.

Wow, that must have been an amazing find for the field!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Osteologist → It is formed from "osteon" (from Greek "ὀστέον", meaning bone) and "-logist" (from Greek "λόγος", meaning study or discourse). An osteologist is someone who studies bones.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who studies 'bones' ('osteon') and the '-logist' part means they are a specialist in that study.

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