antiquary

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Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun an expert or collector of antiquities

Etymology

From Latin antīquārius (“pertaining to antiquity, one fond of or employed in antiquities”), from antīquus (“ancient”) + -ārius; equivalent to antique + -ary.

In classic literature

Synonyms

antiquarian, archaist

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