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linguist

/ˈlɪŋɡwɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does linguist mean?

noun

A person who studies language, particularly its structure, evolution, and usage. A linguist may specialize in various areas, such as phonetics, syntax, or sociolinguistics.

Example

"The linguist spent years researching the grammar of an endangered language."

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