anecdotists
|an - ec - do - tists|
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/ˈænɪkˌdoʊtɪsts/
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/ˈænɪkˌdəʊtɪsts/
(anecdotist)
storyteller
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anecdotist' originates from French, specifically the word 'anecdotiste,' which is derived from 'anecdote,' meaning 'secret or unpublished story.'
Historical Evolution
'anecdotiste' was adopted into English as 'anecdotist' in the 18th century, and its plural form became 'anecdotists.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person who tells unpublished or secret stories,' but over time it evolved to mean 'a person who tells or collects anecdotes in general.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
people who tell or collect anecdotes, especially as a profession or habit.
Anecdotists often entertain audiences with amusing stories from history.
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Last updated: 2025/08/04 19:21