Emerson, Alfred Edwards

Pronunciation: /EM-uh-suhn, AL-fred ED-werdz/

Category: Taxonomy

Singular: Emerson, Alfred Edwards

Plural: Emerson, Alfred Edwards

Definition

An esteemed American entomologist known for his significant contributions to the study of termites and systematics in entomology.

Etymology

Named after the individual. The surname 'Emerson' originates from an Old English personal name 'Emær'son' meaning 'Emær's son', where 'Emær' is a variant of the name 'Amar'.

Example

Dr. Alfred Edwards Emerson's research provided critical insights into the taxonomy and behavior of termite species.

Synonyms

A.E. Emerson

Related Terms

Termitology
Systematics
Entomology
Termites

Usage Notes

Alfred Edwards Emerson's work remains influential in current entomological studies, particularly in the areas of termite classification and ecology.