pharmacist

/ˈfɑrməsɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person trained and licensed to prepare and dispense medications and advise patients on their use.

“The pharmacist helped the customer find the right medication for her allergy symptoms.”

2. noun

A person who owns or operates a pharmacy.

“The pharmacist owned a small chain of pharmacies in the city.”

3. verb

To prepare and dispense medications.

“The pharmacist pharmacists the medication according to the doctor’s instructions.”

Synonyms

  • chemist
  • drugstore owner

Antonyms

  • pharmaceutical engineer