chinologist

/ˈtʃɪnoˌlɒdʒɪst/ or /tʃɪˈnɒlədʒɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is an expert in, or a student of, Chinese culture, history, or language.

“She was a renowned chinologist with a specialization in medieval Chinese literature.”

2. noun

A person who studies or is an expert in chinaware, particularly antique or collectible chinaware.

“The chinologist carefully examined the intricately decorated antique teacup.”

Synonyms

  • Chinese scholar
  • orientalist
  • sinologist

Antonyms

  • non-expert
  • western scholar