
Philatelist
Hobbyist Nuance
Used to indicate someone has an in-depth hobby, not casual interest.

He turned into a philatelist during retirement.
Academic Study
Can imply academic or historical interest in stamps, not just collecting.

She's a philatelist who's researching the history of postal stamps.
Specialized Vocabulary
It's a specialized term; everyday conversations use 'stamp collector'.

I met a philatelist at the exhibition, not just any stamp collector.
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