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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

lexicologist

/ˌlɛksɪˈkɒlədʒɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does lexicologist mean?

noun

A person who studies words and their meanings, often compiling dictionaries. A lexicologist may also be involved in the creation and editing of dictionaries.

Example

"The lexicologist spent years researching the etymology of obscure words to include in the new dictionary."

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