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Definition of "aquarist" [aquarist]

  • One who maintains an aquarium. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "aquarist" in a sentence
  • "A senior penguin aquarist at the time of the oil spill, she had been working with penguins for twelve years."
  • "If you are interested in becoming a penguin caretaker or aquarist, contact your local zoo or aquarium to inquire about internships, volunteer opportunities, and jobs."
  • "When some jellyfish are cut in half, you get two jellyfish, said Reef HQ aquarist Krystal Huff."