Meaning & use
Economist
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an expert or specialist in the study of economics, particularly the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
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The economist predicted a slowdown in growth for the next quarter.
She works as an economist for a government agency, analyzing employment trends.
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The field of economics dates back to ancient philosophy, but the modern professional title emerged with the discipline's formalization in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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financial analyst
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