Pharmacist Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

In today's crossword puzzle, the clue given is "Pharmacist", and the answer to this clue is "CHEMIST". This answer may seem unrelated if one is not familiar with the nuances of the English language. Here is why "CHEMIST" fits perfectly as the answer to the clue "Pharmacist":

• Synonymous Meanings: While "Pharmacist" is a more common term used in the United States to refer to a professional who prepares and dispenses medicinal drugs, the term "CHEMIST" is widely used in the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries with the same meaning. Both "Pharmacist" and "CHEMIST" refer to individuals licensed to prepare and sell medicinal products.
• Etymological Connection: The term "CHEMIST" has its roots in alchemy and early scientific practices, where individuals who worked with chemicals were called "chemists." Over time, this term evolved to encompass professionals who work in pharmacies.
• Global Usage: In international contexts, especially in Commonwealth countries, "CHEMIST" is the more commonly used term for what Americans would call a "Pharmacist." This highlights the importance of considering regional variations in language and terminology when solving crossword puzzles.

More Answers:

• CHEMIST
• DRUGGIST
• DISPENSER

Definition of "CHEMIST"

a shop where medicinal drugs are dispensed and sold, and in which toiletries and other medical goods can be purchased.

Example :

antihistamine tablets are freely available in chemists

chemists have developed catalysts that can turn low-grade fuels into petrol

 The Crossword clue "Pharmacist" published 56 time/s & has 3 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Independent.co.uk - Concise	3 April 2024	CHEMIST
Daily Quick	1 April 2024	CHEMIST
Evening Standard - Easy	18 August 2023	CHEMIST
The Irish Independent Simple	29 December 2022	CHEMIST
The Telegraph - Quick	26 October 2021	CHEMIST
The Times Concise	24 June 2020	CHEMIST
The Guardian Quick	3 July 2019	DISPENSER
The Irish News Quick	26 January 2018	CHEMIST
The Guardian	13 November 2016	CHEMIST
Irish Times Simplex	16 July 2012	CHEMIST