antiquary

/'æntikwəri/

Thân thiện

An antiquary carefully examines an ancient vase in his study.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • An expert or collector of antiquities: A person who studies, collects, or deals in objects of historical interest, especially ancient artifacts, books, or works of art.

Usage

• The term "antiquary" refers specifically to a person whose interest or profession involves antiquities. It is a formal term, often used in historical or academic contexts. An antiquary is typically knowledgeable about the age, origin, and significance of old objects.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The local antiquary was consulted to authenticate the Roman coin.
  • Her uncle was a passionate antiquary who filled his house with ancient manuscripts.

Advanced Usage

• "The world of the antiquary": Refers to the community, activities, and interests associated with collecting and studying antiquities.
  • His research delves into the world of the 18th-century antiquary.

Variants and Related Words

• Antiquarian (noun/adjective): A synonym for "antiquary" as a noun. As an adjective, it describes things related to the study or collection of antiquities (e.g., , ).
• Antiquity (noun): The ancient past, especially the period before the Middle Ages, or an object from that period.

Synonyms

• Antiquarian: A direct synonym.
• Archaeologist: A scientist who studies human history through excavation. (Note: An antiquary may not necessarily conduct formal excavations.)
• Collector: A general term for someone who accumulates objects, often of a specific type (e.g., a collector of vintage maps).

Idioms

Học thuật

Noun

1. an expert or collector of antiquities

Từ đồng nghĩa

• antiquarian
• archaist