philosopher

US /fɪˈlɑsəfɚ/

UK /fəˈlɒsəfə(r)/

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noun

  • Person studying the meaning of truth and life
  • A person engaged or learned in philosophy, especially as an academic discipline.
  • A person who studies or teaches philosophy.
  • A person who is calm and wise; someone who lives by philosophical principles.
  • A person engaged or learned in philosophy, especially as an academic discipline.
  • A person who creates or develops a particular philosophy or theory.