naturalist
noun
nat·u·ral·ist
ˈna-ch(ə-)rə-list 
1
: one that advocates or practices naturalism
2
: a student of natural history
especially
: a field biologist
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The findings are corroborated by the fact that molestus was first described as a species in 1775 in Egypt by naturalist Peter Forsskål.
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Gardeners, farmers, naturalists and scientists have long relied on phenology to guide decision-making.
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Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 15 Nov. 2025
Although Cambridge has a population of roughly 13,000, it is located in one of the most rural counties in the state, a fact that lifelong resident and naturalist Matt Meredith says contributes to its authenticity.
—Katie Riley, Travel + Leisure, 15 Nov. 2025
The findings are corroborated by the fact that molestus was first described as a species in 1775 in Egypt by naturalist Peter Forsskål.
—Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
Gardeners, farmers, naturalists and scientists have long relied on phenology to guide decision-making.
—Alice Cason, Mercury News, 20 Oct. 2025
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“Naturalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naturalist. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.
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naturalist
noun
nat·u·ral·ist
ˈnach-(ə-)rə-ləst
: a person who specializes in natural history
naturalist
adjective
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