definer

noun

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as in lexicographer

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  1. lexicographer
  2. editor
  3. linguist
Noun
  • But popularity isn’t the only factor lexicographers consider when determining the word of the year.
    Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Nov. 2024
  • Written by a career lexicographer with an infectious love of the English language, this ode to the dictionary is full of fun facts for linguistics lovers, as well as intimate stories that nerds of all stripes can enjoy.
    The Week US, theweek, 16 Apr. 2024
Definition of lexicographer
Noun
  • Madeline Cash is a writer and founding editor of Forever Magazine.
    Madeline Cash, The Mercury News, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Jennifer Ford is a beauty editor and contributing commerce writer for PEOPLE, who has lent her expertise to publications like Forbes, ESSENCE, BET, and more.
    Jennifer Ford, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of editor
Noun
  • How forensic linguists use grammar, syntax and vocabulary to help crack cold cases.
    Justin Salhani, The Dial, 19 Dec. 2024
  • But the trio also emphasized the contributions of the production teams, which included designers, fight coordinators and a linguist who created Chakobsa, the language spoken by the Fremen in the film.
    Kai Naima Williams, Variety, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of linguist
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