noun
- a scientist who studies water, including its distribution, movement, and properties on Earth, especially in relation to land and atmosphere
Usage: professional/technical term; commonly used in environmental science and geology
Examples
- The hydrologist analyzed the river's flow patterns to predict flooding.
- Hydrologists study groundwater to help communities find clean drinking water sources.
- She became a hydrologist after earning her degree in environmental science.
- The team of hydrologists examined how climate change affects snowmelt in mountain regions.
- Hydrologists use advanced technology to monitor water quality in lakes and streams.