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pharmacist

American  
[fahr-muh-sist] / ˈfɑr mə sɪst /
Also pharmaceutist

noun

  1. a person licensed to prepare and dispense drugs and medicines; druggist; apothecary; pharmaceutical chemist.

    Synonyms:
    chemist

pharmacist British  
/ ˌfɑːməˈsjuːtɪst, ˈfɑːməsɪst /

noun

  1. a person qualified to prepare and dispense drugs

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Etymology

Origin of pharmacist

First recorded in 1825–35; pharmac(y) + -ist

Example Sentences

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A pharmacist has racked up £145,000 in debt trying to keep his business afloat and fears he will not be able to afford to pay his staff each month.

From BBC

Some pharmacists say they have seen an increase in people eligible for a free vaccine choosing to pay because it is more convenient or because they find the NHS system confusing.

From BBC

She was forced to rely on a local pharmacist who repeatedly misdiagnosed her with malaria and dengue fever for about a year.

From Barron's

Browne, the pharmacist, on the other hand, said she was purposely vague about her procedure at work.

From The Wall Street Journal

Speak to the pharmacist if you are unsure.

From BBC