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Ar·ab·ist | \ ˈer-ə-bist 
, ˈa-rə- \
, ˈa-rə- \Definition of Arabist
1 : a specialist in the Arabic language or in Arabic culture
2 : a person who favors Arab interests and positions in international affairs
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