stamp collector
A "stamp collector" is often called a philatelist, someone who gathers and studies postage stamps and related items.
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Definition
B2Hobbies
(common)Someone who gathers and organizes postage stamps, often as a pastime.
Example
- My uncle is a dedicated stamp collector with albums full of rare stamps.
- Stamp collectors often trade stamps to complete their collections.
C1Philately
(technical)A person who collects and studies stamps and other postal items.
Example
- The stamp collector gave a lecture on the history of postal services.
- Many stamp collectors also collect postcards and envelopes.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "stamp collector":
stamp collectingstamp collectionphilatelically inspiredpostage stampsticker bookbook stamp