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prosodist

/ˈproʊsədɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does prosodist mean?

noun

A scholar who studies prosody, the rhythm and sound of language. A prosodist may analyze and interpret the musical qualities of speech and poetry.

Example

"The linguist was a renowned prosodist, known for her work on the sonorous qualities of ancient Greek verse."

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