noun B2 Upper-Intermediate Uncommon

pharmacist

FAHR-muh-sihst

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Pharmacist (noun) means a trained professional who prepares and dispenses medicines and advises patients on how to use them safely. Example: “The pharmacist explained the side effects before handing over the prescription.”

noun

A trained professional who prepares and dispenses medicines and advises patients on how to use them safely.

"The pharmacist explained the side effects before handing over the prescription."

"Ask your pharmacist if this medicine is safe to take with alcohol."

How to use pharmacist

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe person at the pharmacy who prepares your medication and gives advice about it.

UK vs US

In the UK, "chemist" is often used informally for both the person and the shop; "pharmacist" is the more formal/professional term everywhere.

Common pairings

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: pharmacists

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Etymology

Built from "pharmacy" plus the agent suffix "-ist," ultimately tracing back to Greek roots meaning the practice of preparing drugs.

Origin: Greek

Synonyms

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Rhymes for pharmacist

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pharmacist” mean?

The word “pharmacist” means a trained professional who prepares and dispenses medicines and advises patients on how to use them safely. In plain terms, the person at the pharmacy who prepares your medication and gives advice about it.

How do you pronounce “pharmacist”?

“Pharmacist” is pronounced FAHR-muh-sihst (/ˈfɑɹməsɪst/ in IPA).

How do you use “pharmacist” in a sentence?

Here is “pharmacist” used in a sentence: “The pharmacist explained the side effects before handing over the prescription.”

What is another word for “pharmacist”?

Words with a similar meaning to “pharmacist” include druggist, chemist, pharmacian, apothecary, pharmacopolist and quack.

What part of speech is “pharmacist”?

“Pharmacist” is a noun.

Where does the word “pharmacist” come from?

The word “pharmacist” comes from Greek. Built from "pharmacy" plus the agent suffix "-ist," ultimately tracing back to Greek roots meaning the practice of preparing drugs.

Is “pharmacist” a common word?

“Pharmacist” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

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