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Ar⋅ab⋅ist

[ar-uh-bist]
–noun
1. a person who specializes in or studies the Arabic language or Arab culture.
2. a supporter of Arab interests, esp. in international affairs.

Origin:
1745–55; Arab + -ist
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Ar·ab·ist   (ār'ə-bĭst)   
n.  
  1. A specialist in the Arabic language or culture.

  2. One who is favorably disposed toward Arab concerns and policies.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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