chemist
NounWordNet 3.0
Noun (2)
- a scientist who specializes in chemistry
- a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugsSynonyms: pharmacistdruggistapothecarypill pusherpill roller
Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)
Chemist \Chem"ist\, n. [Shortened from alchemist; cf. F. chimiste.] A person versed in chemistry or given to chemical investigation; an analyst; a maker or seller of chemicals or drugs. [1913 Webster]
Free On-line Dictionary of Computing
chemist
<jargon> (Cambridge) Someone who wastes computer time on number crunching when you'd far rather the computer were working out anagrams of your name or printing Snoopy calendars or running life patterns. May or may not refer to someone who actually studies chemistry. [Jargon File]
(1995-02-07)
The Jargon File
chemist n.
[Cambridge] Someone who wastes computer time on number-crunching when you'd far rather the machine were doing something more productive, such as working out anagrams of your name or printing Snoopy calendars or running life patterns. May or may not refer to someone who actually studies chemistry.