specialist's
|spe/cial/ist's|
B2
/ˈspɛʃəlɪsts/
(specialist)
expert in a field
Etymology
Etymology Information
'specialist' originates from the Latin word 'specialis', which means 'pertaining to a particular kind'.
Historical Evolution
'specialis' transformed into the Old French word 'specialiste', and eventually became the modern English word 'specialist'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a particular kind', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who is an expert in a particular area'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
possessive form of 'specialist', indicating something that belongs to or is associated with a specialist.
The specialist's opinion was highly valued in the meeting.
Synonyms
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