linguister
linguister · linguisters
Synonym of interpreter, particularlySynonym of interpreter, particularly: A native interpreter assisting Europeans in colonial contexts.
/ˈlɪŋɡwɪstə(ɹ)/
Meaning
2 sensesSynonym of interpreter, particularly
(archaic, historical)A native interpreter assisting Europeans in colonial contexts.
(archaic, historical)A native agent facilitating European trade in East and Central Africa in colonial contexts.
Origin
Probably from Portuguese lingüista (“linguist”) reinterpreted as linguist + -er.Probably from Portuguese lingüista (“linguist”) reinterpreted as linguist + -er.
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Forms
plural: linguisters| Singular | linguister |
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