1. scientists who study birth defects and abnormal development in organisms
Usage: medical/scientific field

Examples

• The teratologists examined the effects of various chemicals on fetal development.
• Several teratologists collaborated on the research project about genetic mutations.
• The conference brought together teratologists from around the world.
• Teratologists work to understand the causes of congenital abnormalities.
• The team of teratologists published their findings in a medical journal.
• Many teratologists focus on preventing birth defects through early intervention.