americanist
|a-mer-i-can-ist|
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/əˈmɛrɪkənɪst/
specialist in American studies
Etymology
Etymology Information
'americanist' originates from 'American,' specifically the word 'America,' where 'Amerigo' referred to the explorer Amerigo Vespucci.
Historical Evolution
'American' changed from 'America' and eventually became the modern English word 'Americanist.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to America,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a specialist in American studies.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a specialist in the study of the languages, cultures, or history of the Americas, particularly the indigenous peoples.
The americanist presented her research on the ancient civilizations of Mesoamerica.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/13 06:36