preparator

noun

pre·​par·​a·​tor pri-ˈper-ə-tər How to pronounce preparator (audio)
pri-ˈpa-rə-tər
: one that prepares
specifically : a person who prepares scientific specimens or museum displays

Examples of preparator in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Researchers help by hiring staff as preparators or as guides during fieldwork, but more revenue is needed. Byrodrigo Pérez Ortega, science.org, 17 July 2024 The preparator is responsible for running the lab, curating the collection and training students to handle fossils. Jr Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 18 June 2024 In fact, the paleontology program is losing funding for its preparator position in August. Jr Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 18 June 2024 According to an exhibit label, the museum’s preparators spent 1,300 hours preparing the fossil for display. Aaron Boorstein, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for preparator 

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Word History

Etymology

early Scots preparatore, borrowed from Late Latin praeparātor, from Latin praeparāre "to prepare" + -tor, agent suffix

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of preparator was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Preparator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/preparator. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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