Associations to the word «Arabist»

Wiktionary

ARABIST, noun. (anthropology) (linguistics) A scholar who studies Arab or Arabic culture, politics, or language.
ARABIST, noun. (historical) One who followed the Arabic system of surgery.
ARABIST, noun. (political) One that wants to spread Arabic culture.

Dictionary definition

ARABIST, noun. A scholar who specializes in Arab languages and culture.

Wise words

Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite surprised to be taken at his word.
Charles de Gaulle