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doxographer

/ˌdɒksəˈɡræfər/ noun · British & US
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What does doxographer mean?

noun

A writer or compiler of biographies or descriptions of famous or notable people, especially in ancient Greece and Rome. A scholar who writes about the lives and works of other scholars or experts.

Example

"The doxographer's detailed account of the philosopher's life and teachings was invaluable to historians."

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