arborist

noun

ar·​bor·​ist ˈär-bə-rist How to pronounce arborist (audio)
: a specialist in the care and maintenance of trees

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The first started in April 2021 when a comprehensive tree inventory and property survey was conducted by certified arborists. Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025 Lukas Suzano is an arborist with Nashville Davey Tree. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2025 But the harsh fact is that letting a tree stump fester in the ground can cause myriad problems, according to the arborist sources AD asked. Steven John, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2025 If that isn't a feasible option, Purcell recommends that the homeowner hire a certified arborist with the International Society of Arboriculture to conduct a tree risk assessment. Noe Padilla, IndyStar, 15 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for arborist

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First Known Use

1755, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of arborist was in 1755

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“Arborist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arborist. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.

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arborist

noun
ar·​bor·​ist ˈär-bə-rəst How to pronounce arborist (audio)
: a specialist in the care of trees
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