Definition

A scientist or doctor who studies the effects of harmful substances on living organisms.

Example

The toxicologist conducted tests to determine the safety of the new chemical compound.

Conversation

Did you know a toxicologist studies how chemicals affect living organisms?

Really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, they play a crucial role in understanding environmental health.

I can see that — it must be essential for safety regulations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Toxicologist → It is formed from "toxic" (from Greek "toxikon", meaning poison) and "-ologist" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). A toxicologist is someone who studies poisons and their effects.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who studies 'poisons' ('toxic') and the 'science' of it ('-ologist'). This helps you remember that a toxicologist is an expert in the study of poisons.

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