# botanist

/ˈbɑtənɪst/ (US) · /bˈɒtɐnˌɪst/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/botanist
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a scientist who studies plants. They look at how plants grow, what they need to survive, and how they help the environment.

For teachers: a scientist who studies plants, including their structure, growth, reproduction, and classification. Often involved in ecological research or the identification of plant species.

## Examples

- The botanist identified the rare flower in the garden.
- A local botanist led the team to document the diverse plant life in the newly protected forest.
- By analyzing the cellular structure of the specimen, the botanist determined that the plant was a previously unknown species of orchid native to the highlands.

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