arabist

A scholar who studies Arab or Arabic culture, politics, or language.

One who followed the Arabic system of medicine or (more broadly) scholarship.

One that wants to spread Arabic culture; an Arab nationalist.

Pertaining to Arabism; medieval Arabic scholarship.

Pertaining to the study of Arabic language or culture.

Pertaining to Arab nationalism; promoting Arab interests.

Two of the most influential Arabist societies were established beyond the reach of Ottoman censors and police.