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US/ˈfɑːr.mə.sɪst/
UK/ˈfɑː.mə.sɪst/
a person trained to prepare and sell medicines, usually working in a pharmacy
In context
The pharmacist explained how often I should take the tablets.
Ask your pharmacist if this medicine is safe with your other pills.
She studied for five years to become a licensed pharmacist.
Words that go with pharmacist
verb + noun
- ask your pharmacistIf you are unsure, ask your pharmacist before you buy it.
- consult a pharmacistConsult a pharmacist about possible side effects.
adjective + noun
- qualified pharmacistA qualified pharmacist must check every prescription.
- licensed pharmacistOnly a licensed pharmacist may fill this prescription.
- local pharmacistOur local pharmacist knows everyone in the neighborhood.
noun + noun
- hospital pharmacistA hospital pharmacist checks every dose on the ward.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She is a pharmacy.Correct: She is a pharmacist.