Meaning of the word linguist in English

What does linguist mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

linguist

US /ˈlɪŋ.ɡwɪst/
UK /ˈlɪŋ.ɡwɪst/
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Noun

1.

a person who studies linguistics

Example:
The linguist analyzed the ancient text.
She decided to become a linguist after studying several languages.
2.

a person who is skilled in foreign languages

Example:
The diplomat was a brilliant linguist, fluent in five languages.
As a linguist, she often worked as a translator.