botanist
UK: ˈbɒtənɪst | US: ˈboʊtənɪst
n. a person who studies or is an expert in botany (the science of plants)
The word "botanist" traces back to Greek botanē (plant), which referred to pastures or fodder in ancient contexts. The suffix -ist was later added in scholarly Latin and English to denote professionals in scientific disciplines. The term reflects the transition from practical plant knowledge (e.g., herbalism) to formalized study during the Renaissance.
The botanist discovered a new species of orchid in the rainforest.
As a botanist, she specializes in tropical plant conservation.
The expedition included a botanist to document the region's flora.
He became a botanist after years of studying alpine vegetation.
Modern botanists often use genetic analysis to classify plants.