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linguist

noun lin·guist \ˈliŋ-gwist\

: a person who speaks several languages

: a person who studies linguistics

Full Definition of LINGUIST

: a person accomplished in languages; especially : one who speaks several languages

: a person who specializes in linguistics

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Latin lingua language, tongue

First Known Use: 1591

LINGUIST Defined for Kids

noun lin·guist \ˈliŋ-gwist\

: a person skilled in languages

: a person who specializes in the study of human speech

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