Arabist

//ˈaɹəbɪst// adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A scholar who studies Arab or Arabic culture, politics, or language.
  2. 2
    a scholar who specializes in Arab languages and culture wordnet
  3. 3
    One who followed the Arabic system of medicine or (more broadly) scholarship. historical
  4. 4
    One that wants to spread Arabic culture; an Arab nationalist.
Adjective
  1. 1
    Pertaining to Arabism; medieval Arabic scholarship.
  2. 2
    Pertaining to the study of Arabic language or culture.
  3. 3
    Pertaining to Arab nationalism; promoting Arab interests.

    "Two of the most influential Arabist societies were established beyond the reach of Ottoman censors and police."

Example

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"Two of the most influential Arabist societies were established beyond the reach of Ottoman censors and police."

Etymology

From Arab + -ist.

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