Arabist

[ ar-uh-bist ]
/ ˈær ə bɪst /

noun

a person who specializes in or studies the Arabic language or Arab culture.
a supporter of Arab interests, especially in international affairs.

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Origin of Arabist

First recorded in 1745–55; Arab + -ist
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Arabist
/ (ˈærəbɪst) /

noun

a student or expert in Arabic culture, language, history, etc
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