Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • Edward Osborne Wilson: A United States entomologist known for his foundational work in sociobiology and myrmecology (the study of ants). He is recognized for extending theories of social behavior from insects to other animals, including humans.

Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The theories of Edward Osborne Wilson have influenced both biology and the social sciences.
  • Edward Osborne Wilson won two Pulitzer Prizes for his non-fiction writing.

Advanced Usage

• "Wilsonian": Pertaining to the ideas or theories of Edward O. Wilson.
  • The Wilsonian perspective on biodiversity conservation is highly influential.

Variants and Related Words

• E. O. Wilson: A common abbreviated form of the name.
  • The book was authored by E. O. Wilson.
• Sociobiology: The field of study for which Wilson is a key figure.
• Myrmecology: The study of ants, Wilson's primary area of entomological research.

Synonyms

• Biologist
• Entomologist
• Naturalist

Related Phrases

• "The father of sociobiology": An epithet often used to describe Edward O. Wilson.
  • Edward O. Wilson, often called the father of sociobiology, published his seminal work in 1975.

Noun

1. United States entomologist who has generalized from social insects to other animals including humans (born in 1929)