logophile
Americannoun
Usage
What does logophile mean? A logophile is a person who loves words; a word nerd.Because it’s not all that commonly known, logophile is probably most commonly used by logophiles themselves.Example: My English teacher’s passion for words rubbed off on me and turned me into a logophile.
Etymology
Origin of logophile
Example Sentences
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The pangram from yesterday’s Spelling Bee was logophile.
From New York Times • Dec. 30, 2022
Whether you're a logophile or just enjoy casual wordplay, chances are you're obsessed with Scrabble.
From Salon • May 30, 2022
Last week, in a choice instance of logophile clickbait, the Guardian asked a handful of well-known writers to give a few words on their favorite words.
From The New Yorker • Jun. 11, 2015
For example, if I said I were a logophile above, you might be stuck on that and not still with me.
From Forbes • Jun. 25, 2014
“You realize that I’m a logophile, Merci, not a love doctor.”
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
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