orthoepist

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Noun orthoepist has 1 sense

orthoepist - a practitioner of orthoepy (especially one of the 17th or 18th century scholars who proposed to reform English spelling so it would reflect pronunciation more closely)
--₁ is a kind of phonologist

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Term: Orthoepist

Description:

An orthoepist is someone who specializes in the study and correct pronunciation of words. They have expert knowledge of phonetics and phonology and are able to provide guidance on proper pronunciation.

Senses:

Noun:

Sense 1:

A person who is skilled in correct pronunciation, particularly in a specific language.

Example Sentence: As an orthoepist of the English language, she was able to help the actors master their accents for the play.

Sense 2:

A scholar or researcher who focuses on the study of phonetics and phonology.

Example Sentence: The renowned linguist is considered one of the world's leading orthoepists in the field of phonetics.

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