B2nounsciencenature
US/dʒiˈɑː.lə.dʒɪst/
UK/dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒɪst/
a scientist who studies rocks and how the Earth has changed over time
In context
A geologist examined the rocks to find out how old they were.
Geologists warn that the area could have another earthquake soon.
She works as a geologist for an oil company.
Words that go with geologist
verb + preposition
- work as a geologistHe wants to work as a geologist in Africa.
adjective + noun
- qualified geologistOnly a qualified geologist can judge whether the cliff is safe.
- marine geologistA marine geologist studies the ocean floor.
- trained geologistA trained geologist can read the rocks like a book.
noun + noun
- petroleum geologistA petroleum geologist searches for oil under the ground.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She studies geologist at university.Correct: She studies geology at university.