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scientist
/ˈsaɪ.ən.tɪst/
[/ˈsaɪ.ən.tɪst/]
researcher, scholar
Beginnernoun
Definition
A scientist is a person who studies or works in one of the sciences using careful methods.
Example
The scientist spent years in the laboratory before finally proving her bold theory about the disease.
The scientist spent years in the laboratory before finally proving her bold theory about the disease.
Etymology
Coined in 1833 by William Whewell from Latin 'scientia' (knowledge), modeled on 'artist'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for researchers across physics, biology, chemistry, and other empirical fields.