Chemist
WordNet
noun
(1) A scientist who specializes in chemistry
(2) A health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs
WiktionaryText
Etymology
First attested 1562; < < for earlier < < article al- + < < < .
Noun
- An alchemist.
- A person whose occupation specializes in the science of chemistry, especially at a professional level.
- A pharmacist.
- A pharmacy.
Synonyms
- (pharmacist): apothecary, druggist, pharmacist
- (pharmacy): chemist's (British), chemist's shop (British), drugstore (US), pharmacy (especially US)