scholar

US /ˈskɑː.lɚ/
UK /ˈskɑː.lɚ/
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1.

a person who studies a great deal and has a lot of knowledge about a particular subject

:
She is a renowned scholar of ancient history.
He dedicated his life to being a biblical scholar.
2.

a student who has been awarded a scholarship

:
She received a scholarship and became a scholar at the prestigious university.
The program supports young scholars from disadvantaged backgrounds.