geographer
1 of 1noun/dʒiˈɑɡrəfər/
Forms:geographers
1
a person who studies the Earth's landscapes, climates, populations, and their relationships to human activities and the environment
- The geographer used satellite images and GIS technology to map the changes in land use over the past decade.
- As a geographer, she specialized in urban planning, analyzing how cities grow and develop over time.
- The government hired geographers to assess the environmental impact of the new highway construction project.
- Geographers study the distribution of natural resources to understand their availability and influence on economic activities.
- Universities often employ geographers to teach courses on topics such as climate change and sustainability.