acarian
n. countablen. a person who studies or is an expert in mites and ticks. These are tiny creatures that belong to the same group as spiders and scorpions.
n. a specialist in the study of Acari, a subclass of arachnids that includes mites and ticks. Often used in academic or scientific contexts to describe a researcher or biologist.
The acarian published a new study on tick-borne diseases.
After years of fieldwork, the acarian cataloged several previously unknown species of mites found in the local forest.
The conference brought together leading acarians to discuss the ecological impact of invasive mite populations on local agricultural yields and biodiversity.
Last updated June 22, 2026