neologist en · NOUN
Etymology
Back-formation from neologism, equivalent to Ancient Greek νέος (néos, “new”) + λόγος (lógos, “word”) + -ist. Compare French néologiste.
Meanings
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One who coins a new word or new words.
Although English has no committee or academy or board that reviews new words for suitability, there are a few loose guidelines that will help you become a successful neologist.
2002 August 25, Erin McKean, “THE WAY WE LIVE NOW: 8-25-02: ON LANGUAGE; Neologist”, in The New York Times, archived from the original on 23 Mar 2021:
- (historical) An adherent of neology.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| neologists | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
coiner · neologizer · protologist · wordmaker · mintmaster · minter · neologist