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Meaning of "herpetologist" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF HERPETOLOGIST

herpetologist  [ˌhɜːpɪˈtɒlədʒɪst] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF HERPETOLOGIST

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Herpetologist is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES HERPETOLOGIST MEAN IN ENGLISH?

herpetologist

Herpetology

Herpetology is the branch of zoology concerned with the study of amphibians and reptiles. Batrachology is a further subdiscipline of herpetology concerned with the study of amphibians alone. Herpetology is concerned with poikilothermic, ectothermic tetrapods. Under this definition "herps" exclude fish, but it is not uncommon for herpetological and ichthyological scientific societies to "team up", publishing joint journals and holding conferences in order to foster the exchange of ideas between the fields. One of the most prestigious organizations, the American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists, is an example of this. Many herpetological societies exist today, having been formed to promote interest in reptiles and amphibians both captive and wild. Cover of the book The Snakes Of Europe one of the first academic texts about snakes Herpetology offers benefits to humanity in the study of the role of amphibians and reptiles in global ecology, especially because amphibians are often very sensitive to environmental changes, offering a visible warning to humans that significant changes are taking place.

Definition of herpetologist in the English dictionary

The definition of herpetologist in the dictionary is a person who studies reptiles and amphibians.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH HERPETOLOGIST


anthropologist
ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒɪst
archaeologist
ˌɑːkɪˈɒlədʒɪst
biologist
baɪˈɒlədʒɪst
cardiologist
ˌkɑːdɪˈɒlədʒɪst
dermatologist
ˌdɜːməˈtɒlədʒɪst
gastroenterologist
ˈɡæstrəʊˈentəˌrɒlədʒɪst
geologist
dʒɪˈɒlədʒɪst
meteorologist
ˌmiːtɪəˈrɒlədʒɪst
neurologist
njʊəˈrɒlədʒɪst
oncologist
ɒŋˈkɒlədʒɪst
ophthalmologist
ˌɒfθælˈmɒlədʒɪst
otolaryngologist
ˈəʊtəʊˌlærɪŋˈɡɒlədʒɪst
pathologist
pəˈθɒlədʒɪst
philologist
fɪˈlɒlədʒɪst
psychologist
saɪˈkɒlədʒɪst
radiologist
ˌreɪdɪˈɒlədʒɪst
sociologist
ˌsəʊsɪˈɒlədʒɪst
technologist
tɛkˈnɒlədʒɪst
toxicologist
ˌtɒksɪˈkɒlədʒɪst
urologist
jʊəˈrɒlədʒɪst

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE HERPETOLOGIST

herpes
herpes labialis
herpes simplex
herpes zoster
herpesvirus
herpetic
herpetofauna
herpetoid
herpetologic
herpetological
herpetologically
herpetology
herptile
Herr
Herren
Herrenvolk
Herrick
herriment
herring
herring boat

WORDS THAT END LIKE HERPETOLOGIST

agist
anesthesiologist
audiologist
child psychologist
climatologist
clinical psychologist
criminologist
diabetologist
ecologist
Egyptologist
endocrinologist
gynaecologist
molecular biologist
neuropsychologist
numerologist
ornithologist
pharmacologist
phytologist
reflexologist
Scientologist
virologist

Synonyms and antonyms of herpetologist in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «herpetologist» into 25 languages

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Find out the translation of herpetologist to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
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Translator English - Chinese

爬虫学家
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

herpetólogo
570 millions of speakers

English

herpetologist
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

herpetologist
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

herpetologist
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

герпетолог
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

herpetólogo
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

herpetologist
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

herpétologiste
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Herpetologist
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

herpetologist
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

爬虫両生類学者
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

파충류 학자
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Herpetologist
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

herpetologist
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

herpetologist
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

Herpetologist
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

herpetologist
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

erpetologo
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

herpetolog
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

герпетолог
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

herpetologist
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

herpetologist
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

herpetologist
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

herpetologist
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

herpetologist
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of herpetologist

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «HERPETOLOGIST»

The term «herpetologist» is regularly used and occupies the 95.530 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «HERPETOLOGIST» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about herpetologist

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «HERPETOLOGIST»

Discover the use of herpetologist in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to herpetologist and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Snakebit: Confessions of a Herpetologist
Describes the author's lifelong fascination and career with snakes, including his adventures with dangerous snakes around the world and his associations with some of the world's leading herpetologists.
Leslie Anthony, 2011
2
The Culinary Herpetologist
Whether you eat them or not, this book will be entertaining and illustrate previously unexplored aspects of human behavior and food preparation. — Joseph C. Mitchell, University of Richmond.
‎2005
3
Edward H. Taylor: Recollections of an Herpetologist - ...
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.
Edward Harrison Taylor, 2013
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Edward H Taylor; Recollections of an Herpetologist
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Edward Harrison Taylor, 2010
5
Roger Conant (Herpetologist)
Roger Conant (May 6, 1909-December 19, 2003) was an American herpetologist, author, educator and conservationist. He was Director Emeritus of the Philadelphia Zoo and Adjunct Professor at the University of New Mexico.
Jody Cletus, 2011
6
Snakes: The Evolution of Mystery in Nature
This precedent did not deter Robert Mertens, an extraordinarily accomplished German herpetologist (see the introductory essay to Chapter 1 1), from hand- feeding his pet Twig- snake. Birten, he lingered for three weeks before dying. Ironically ...
Harry W. Greene, 1997
7
You Belong in a Zoo!: Tales from a Lifetime Spent with ...
A professional herpetologist may have an advanced degree in the study of reptiles and amphibians. or a related scientific specialty with a focus on reptiles. Sure, almost every professional herpetologist started out as an amateur. a young  ...
Peter Brazaitis, 2007
8
Mean and Lowly Things: Snakes, Science, and Survival in the ...
On my slip of paper, I wrote “herpetologist,” and handed it in without much hope. Now a herpetologist can be many different things. A zoo curator may be a herpetologist. A pet store owner might be a herpetologist at heart. A biology professor ...
Kate Jackson, 2009
9
A Fascination for Fish: Adventures of an Underwater Pioneer
This herpetologist had accumulated quite an extensive collection of snakes from around the world. He had more species of rattlesnakes than I knew existed, as well as cottonmouths, Mexican cantils, and coral snakes from North America ...
David C. Powell, 2001
10
In the Steps of the Great American Herpetologist, Karl ...
A biography of the American naturalist whose major interest was the study of reptiles and amphibians. Includes an appendix of nature projects for young naturalists interested in herpetology.
Arthur Gilbert Wright, 1967

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «HERPETOLOGIST»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term herpetologist is used in the context of the following news items.
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One of world''s rarest turtles heading back to the wild - Phys.org
"This is an important year for the southern river terrapin," said WCS Regional Herpetologist, Dr. Steven Platt. "We have just trebled the wild ... «Phys.Org, Jul 15»
2
Which is Africa's Most Dangerous Snake? Johan Marais Explains
In an article for Africa Geographic, internationally renowned herpetologist Johan Marais answers one of the most frequently asked questions ... «Books LIVE, Jul 15»
3
Charmed Snake: Rescued From Abuse, Ball Python Finds a Friend …
Ferrell, who described himself as an "amateur herpetologist" because he has raised reptiles and amphibians since his boyhood in Michigan, ... «The Ledger, Jul 15»
4
Not So Cuddly, but Reptiles Are Becoming the Pet of Choice for …
During the symposium, Yuli further studied the finer points of reptile care under eminent herpetologist Douglas Mader from the Marathon ... «Jakarta Globe, Jul 15»
5
Hunters need to show caution
... but there are reports of one or two deaths each year, according to Dr. Andy Gluesenkamp, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department herpetologist ... «Tyler Morning Telegraph, Jul 15»
6
'Ugly' hognose to be reviewed for endangered list
To the herpetologist Dillman, it doesn't look at all venomous. But he can see how someone would mistake it for a pygmy rattler, he said. «Charleston Post Courier, Jul 15»
7
Alligator captured in N.J. wouldn't have survived, reptile expert says
"It could have survived through the summer into the fall, probably until October or November," said Matthew McCort, a herpetologist with New ... «NJ.com, Jul 15»
8
Boy bitten by copperhead snake is recovering
Jenny Dickson, a herpetologist with the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection said that when copperheads strike to defend ... «CT Post, Jul 15»
9
Out & About calendar
... show at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Other guests include herpetologist Jeff Mohr, who will be hosting a show at 12:15 p.m., and Dauset Trails. «Macon Telegraph, Jul 15»
10
Doroshenko's Snakebite Crusade Continues
This prompted rumors to circulate in Sihanoukville that the Soviet-trained herpetologist had, ironically, been bitten by a snake while in prison. «Khmer Times, Jul 15»

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