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Definition specialist in American English

specialist noun

[countable] noun
/ˈspeʃ(ə)lɪst/
1

someone whose training, education, or experience makes them an expert in a particular subject

Example

a web design specialist

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1.1

a doctor who is an expert in a specific area of medical work

Example

Both her husband and brother are specialists in hand surgery.

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1.2

relating to learning or knowledge in a particular part of a subject or profession

Example

specialist knowledge/training

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Definition specialist in American English