noun
lobbyist
LO-bee-ihst
Lobbyist (noun) means a person paid to influence politicians or officials on behalf of a group or cause. Example: “The pharmaceutical lobbyist met with three senators that week.”
noun
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A person paid to influence politicians or officials on behalf of a group or cause.
"The pharmaceutical lobbyist met with three senators that week."
How to use lobbyist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone whose job is to persuade politicians to act in the interest of the group they represent.
Common pairings
a registered lobbyist
hire a lobbyist
lobbyist for
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Word forms
- Plural
- lobbyists
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The pharmaceutical _____ met with three senators that week.
Etymology
Formed from lobby + -ist, following the pattern of "activist" or "novelist".
Frequently asked questions
What does “lobbyist” mean?
The word “lobbyist” means a person paid to influence politicians or officials on behalf of a group or cause. In plain terms, someone whose job is to persuade politicians to act in the interest of the group they represent.
How do you pronounce “lobbyist”?
“Lobbyist” is pronounced LO-bee-ihst (/ˈlɑ.bi.ɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “lobbyist” in a sentence?
Here is “lobbyist” used in a sentence: “The pharmaceutical lobbyist met with three senators that week.”
What part of speech is “lobbyist”?
“Lobbyist” is a noun.
