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antiquarian (n.)

"one who studies or is fond of antiquities, one versed in knowledge of ancient things," c. 1600, with -an + Latin antiquarius "pertaining to antiquity," from antiquus "ancient, aged, venerable" (see antique (adj.)). In later use more specifically "collector of antiquities; dealer in old books, coins, objects of art, etc." As an adjective, "pertaining to antiquaries," from 1771. Compare antiquary.

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Definitions of antiquarian from WordNet
1
antiquarian (adj.)
of or relating to persons who study or deal in antiques or antiquities;
antiquarian (adj.)
of or relating to antiques or antiquities;
2
antiquarian (n.)
an expert or collector of antiquities;
Synonyms: antiquary / archaist
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