Dictionary Entry
expert
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/ˈɛkspəːt/Word FrequencyCommon (5.61)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)A person with extensive knowledge or ability in a given subject.
In a Sentence
“We called in several experts on the subject, but they couldn't reach an agreement.”
Published Usage Examples
“It just appears rather contradictory to have used the term expert there.”
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Origin
Latin 'expertus' meaning 'experienced'.
Common Phrases
. expertsystems expertsystem experttestimony expertwitness expertknowledge expert
Poetry examples for “expert”
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