Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chemist

noun

/ˈkɛm.ɪst/

Definition

A chemist is a person who studies or practices chemistry, which is the science of the composition, structure, properties, and change of matter.

Examples

The chemist conducted an experiment to test the reaction of different substances.
She is a chemist working on developing new medications to treat diseases.

Meaning

The term chemist can refer to a scientist who specializes in the field of chemistry or to someone who works in a pharmacy, preparing and dispensing medications.