Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cambist

noun
/ˈkæm.bɪst/
Definition
A cambist is a person who is skilled in the exchange of currency, particularly in international trade and finance.
Examples
  • The cambist provided expert advice on how to minimize losses during the currency exchange.
  • In the bustling financial district, cambists were hard at work monitoring fluctuating exchange rates.
  • As a cambist, she had to stay updated on global economic news that could affect currency values.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who deals with foreign exchange transactions and is knowledgeable about the different currencies and their values.
Synonyms
  • Currency trader
  • Forex trader
  • Money changer