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Perito

/peˈɾitu/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A person who is an expert in a particular field, often called upon to provide specialized knowledge or testimony.

    "The court called a perito to testify about the technical aspects of the case."
  2. 2

    In legal contexts, a perito may refer to an expert witness who provides opinions based on their expertise.

    "The perito's analysis was crucial in determining the outcome of the trial."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'perito' originates from the Latin word 'peritus', meaning 'skilled' or 'experienced'. It evolved through the Romance languages, particularly in Portuguese and Spanish, where it retains the meaning of an expert or specialist in a particular field.

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