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noun a person who studies the history of words, their origins, and how their meanings have changed over time

  • The etymologist studied the origins of words and their meanings.
  • My friend is an etymologist and loves discovering the history behind words.
  • I never knew being an etymologist could be so fascinating!
  • As an etymologist of emotions, she delved into the roots of human feelings.