Meaning of the word bacteriologist in English

What does bacteriologist mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bacteriologist

US /bækˌtɪr.iˈɑː.lə.dʒɪst/
UK /bækˌtɪə.riˈɒl.ə.dʒɪst/

Noun

a scientist who studies bacteria, especially those that cause disease:

Example:
She is a physician and a bacteriologist working at a university laboratory.