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naturalist

/ˈnætʃərəlɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does naturalist mean?

noun

A person who studies living organisms and their environments, especially plants, animals, and their ecosystems. A naturalist may also be someone who has a deep appreciation and respect for nature.

Example

"The naturalist spent years studying the behavior of the rare species in the Amazon rainforest."

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