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 city’s forestry division tracks and cares for city trees, even keeping arborists on call to respond to tree emergencies. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026 Arbor Day celebrations — which often include tree giveaways — are part of that, but many local cities and counties have hired full-time arborists in an effort to increase local tree canopies at every opportunity. Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026 Officials said applications are still reviewed under Chapter 17 of the city code, require documentation from licensed professionals such as certified arborists, and may include site visits and post-work inspections to ensure compliance. Larry Seward, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026 Officials said applications are still reviewed under Chapter 17 of the city code, require documentation from licensed professionals such as certified arborists, and may include site visits and post-work inspections to ensure compliance. Larry Seward, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026 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 1 May. 2026.

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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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