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philatelist

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun philatelist has 1 sense
  1. philatelist, stamp collector - a collector and student of postage stamps
    --1 is a kind of collector, aggregator

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Philatelist

Definition:

A philatelist is a person who collects or studies stamps as a hobby.

Senses:

  1. A person who collects stamps as a hobby.
  2. A person who studies and researches the history, design, and production of stamps.

Usages:

  • As a popular hobby, thousands of people worldwide are philatelists, actively engaged in collecting rare or unique stamps.
  • Many philatelists specialize in specific areas, such as stamps from a particular country, period, or theme.
  • Some philatelists are interested in the historical significance of stamps and focus on researching their origins and production techniques.
  • As a local collector's club, the City Stamp Collectors Association caters to the needs of philatelists living in our city.

Sample Sentences:

  1. John has been a philatelist for over 20 years and has an impressive collection of rare stamps.
  2. Sarah's grandfather was a philatelist, and he left her his extensive stamp collection.
  3. Lucas is a passionate philatelist who enjoys attending stamp exhibitions and trade fairs.

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