lexicographer

Definition

One who writes or compiles a dictionary.

Etymology

From French lexicographe + -er, from Ancient Greek λεξικός (lexikós, “of words”) + γράφω (gráphō, “write”). By surface analysis, lexico- + -grapher.

Example Sentences

• "Lexico′grapher. […] A writer of dictionaries; a harmleſs drudge, that buſies himſelf in tracing the original, and detailing the ſignification of words."
• "Pitt has furnish'd us a word or two / Which lexicographers declined to do."
• "The best lexicographer may well be content if his productions are received by the world with cold esteem."

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