Definitions

1. noun

A person who participates in or leads a seminar, especially one on a particular subject or in a particular field.

“The seminarist provided insightful comments during the discussion.”

2. noun

A person who lives in a seminar or a community where people gather to discuss and share ideas.

“The seminarist at the monastery has been living there for years.”

3. noun

A person who is studying for the priesthood, especially one in a seminary.

“The young seminarist was preparing for his ordination ceremony.”