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chemist

[ˈkemɪst]

chemist Definition

  • 1a scientist who specializes in chemistry
  • 2a shop where medicines and other chemical products are sold

Using chemist: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chemist" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is a chemist working for a pharmaceutical company.

  • Example

    I need to go to the chemist to buy some painkillers.

  • Example

    The chemist analyzed the chemical composition of the substance.

chemist Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chemist

Phrases with chemist

  • a pharmacist who works in a community pharmacy, which is a retail pharmacy that serves the local community

    Example

    You can get your prescription filled at the community chemist down the street.

  • chemist's shop

    a shop where medicines and other chemical products are sold

    Example

    I need to go to the chemist's shop to buy some cough syrup.

  • chemist's warehouse

    a large retail pharmacy chain that sells medicines, health and beauty products, and other related items

    Example

    I usually buy my vitamins at the chemist's warehouse because they have good prices.

Origins of chemist

from Middle English 'alchimiste', from Old French 'alquemiste', from Medieval Latin 'alchimista', from Arabic 'al-kīmiyāʼ'

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Summary: chemist in Brief

A 'chemist' [ˈkemɪst] is either a scientist who specializes in chemistry or a shop where medicines and other chemical products are sold. Examples of usage include 'She is a chemist working for a pharmaceutical company.' and 'I need to go to the chemist to buy some painkillers.' Other phrases include 'chemist's shop' and 'chemist's warehouse,' both referring to a store that sells medicines and other chemical products.