Definition of LINGUISTER

linguister

Meanings

Plural: linguisters

Noun

  • Synonym of interpreter, particularly
  • A native interpreter assisting Europeans in colonial contexts.
  • Synonym of interpreter, particularly
  • A native agent facilitating European trade in East and Central Africa in colonial contexts.

Origin / Etymology

Probably from Portuguese lingüista (“linguist”) reinterpreted as linguist + -er.

Scrabble Score: 11

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Words With Friends Score: 0

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