Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
linguist
noun
/ˈlɪŋɡwɪst/
Definition
A person who specializes in the study of language and linguistics.
Examples
- A linguist can analyze the grammatical structure of a language.
- She is a renowned linguist known for her work on endangered languages.
- Many linguists study the connection between language and culture.
Meaning
A linguist is someone who is involved in the scientific study of language, including its structure, evolution, and the way it is used in different contexts.
Synonyms
- Language expert
- Philologist
- Language scholar
