chemist
/ˈkɛmɪst/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: chemists
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A person who specializes in the science of chemistry, especially at a professional level.
Noun
Examples
It was Oxford now—the matriculation photograph, posed in the stony front quad at Corpus, the pelican on top of the sundial appearing to sit on the head of the lanky, begowned chemist at the centre of the back row.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Synonym of pharmacist.
NounRegister: UK
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “chemist” mean?
A person who specializes in the science of chemistry, especially at a professional level.
Is “chemist” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.