Taxonomer (Noun)
Meaning
A biologist who specializes in the classification of organisms into groups on the basis of their structure and origin and behavior.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The taxonomer spent years studying the unique characteristics of the newly discovered species to determine its proper classification.
- As a renowned taxonomer, Dr. Smith was often called upon to settle disputes over the naming and categorization of various organisms.
- The taxonomer's work involved not only the physical examination of specimens but also the analysis of genetic data and behavioral patterns.
- After completing her Ph.D., Dr. Johnson landed a job as a taxonomer at a prestigious natural history museum, where she worked on cataloging the vast collections.
- The taxonomer's classification system, which grouped organisms by their evolutionary relationships, was widely adopted by the scientific community.