microbiologist
UK: ˌmaɪ.krəʊ.baɪˈɒl.ə.dʒɪst | US: ˌmaɪ.kroʊ.baɪˈɑː.lə.dʒɪst
n. a scientist who studies microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi
The word "microbiologist" combines three Greek-derived morphemes to describe a specialist in the study of microscopic life forms. "Micro" emphasizes the tiny scale, "bio" refers to living organisms, and "-logist" denotes a person engaged in scientific study. The term reflects the interdisciplinary nature of microbiology, merging scale (micro), subject (bio), and profession (-logist).
The microbiologist discovered a new strain of bacteria in the soil sample.
As a microbiologist, she specializes in studying viral mutations.
The hospital employs a microbiologist to monitor antibiotic-resistant pathogens.
His research as a microbiologist contributed to advancements in vaccine development.
The microbiologist used a high-powered microscope to observe the microorganisms.