Cyclonologist

/ˌsaɪ.kloʊˈnɑː.lə.dʒɪst/ noun

Definition

A scientist who specializes in the detailed study of cyclones, their formation, behavior, and effects on weather systems.

Etymology

From cyclone + -logy (the study of) + -ist (a person). This specialized term appeared in early 20th-century meteorology when the field became sophisticated enough to require deep specialists.

Kelly Says

Modern cyclonologists use weather satellites and computer models that would seem like magic to the first meteorologists—yet they still get surprised by sudden intensity changes.

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