What is another word for lexicologist?
Pronunciation: [lˌɛksɪkˈɒləd͡ʒˌɪst] (IPA) 
A lexicologist is someone who studies the history, development, and usage of words and their meanings. There are several synonyms for this term, including lexicographer, linguist, etymologist, and philologist. A lexicographer is someone who compiles, edits, and writes dictionaries; a linguist studies the structure and development of language; an etymologist studies the origins and evolution of words; and a philologist studies the history and structure of language, especially in written sources. While these terms have similar meanings, they each emphasize different aspects of language and word study. Regardless of the term used, a person who studies words and language can contribute significantly to our understanding of communication and human culture.
