Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

philatelist

noun

/fɪˈlæt.əl.ɪst/

Definition

A person who collects and studies postage stamps and related items.

Examples

As a dedicated philatelist, she spent hours organizing her extensive collection of rare stamps.
The annual stamp exhibition attracted many philatelists eager to trade and showcase their finds.
Being a philatelist allows people to connect with history and culture through postage stamps.

Meaning

The term philatelist comes from the Greek words ‘philos,’ meaning love, and ‘ateleia,’ meaning exemption from tax. Essentially, it refers to someone who has a love for collecting stamps, often enjoying the history, design, and significance of stamps from around the world.