specialist
n. · adj.-
1 an expert (n.) B2 Upper Intermediatesomeone who has a lot of knowledge or skill in a specific subject.
an individual who is highly skilled or knowledgeable in a particular field of study or research.
ExampleThe company hired a marketing specialist to help improve their online sales.
ExampleThe university invited a specialist in medieval history to lead the seminar on early European trade routes.
- generalist
- amateur
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2 medical expert (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate Medicinea doctor who focuses on one specific part of the body or a certain type of illness.
a physician whose practice is limited to a particular branch of medicine or surgery.
ExampleMy family doctor sent me to see a heart specialist for more tests.
ExampleAfter the initial diagnosis, the patient was referred to a specialist in oncology for a more detailed treatment plan.
- general practitioner
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3 military rank (n.) C1 Advanced American English Technicala specific rank in the U.S. Army for a soldier with technical skills.
an enlisted rank in the United States Army, typically corresponding to the pay grade of E-4, above private first class.
ExampleHe was promoted to specialist after completing his technical training.
ExampleThe specialist was responsible for maintaining the unit's advanced communication equipment during the field exercise.
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4 highly specific (adj.) B2 Upper Intermediate British Englishrelating to a very specific subject that requires deep knowledge.
involving or requiring detailed, expert knowledge of a restricted or specific topic.
ExampleThe library has a large collection of specialist books on local plants.
ExampleThe journal publishes specialist articles that are often too technical for the average reader to understand.
UsageUsually placed before a noun.
Borrowed from French spécialiste, equivalent to special + -ist.